Inky, opaque deep purple to garnet. It is noticeably darker and denser than cooler vintages, staining the glass with slow-moving "legs."
Very ripe and concentrated. Expect blackberry pie, cassis, and black cherries
The texture is often described as "creamy" or "fleshy."
16°C – 18°C
The 2018 vintage is bold enough to handle very rich, savory, and even slightly spiced dishes.
