A fine clear crimson colour. The bouquet is taking time to emerge. Is there perhaps a hint of brett in this bottle – it is something I have very rarely found chez Rousseau. There is something that softens and sweetens the...

The fruity strawberry, cherry and raspberry notes are firm and inviting, gaining depth and persistence. Ends with gripping tannins and a stemmy note. Drink now through 2022. – JL

Brilliant red. Spicy redcurrant and strawberry on the perfumed nose and in the mouth. Dry and focused on the palate, displaying very good back-end energy and repeating spiciness. Closes taut and long, leaving notes of...