Made in a soft and approachable style for early enjoyment, it nonetheless has enough backbone and plenty of length on the finish to suggest that it won't disappoint those who wish to cellar it for 5 years.

Redolent of lusciously ripe plums in its youth, this wine has complex layers of cocoa, cinnamon and toasted hazelnut (from 12 months in French oak barrels, one-third new) that come to the fore over time. Its appealing sweetness and full-bodied richness.