The first truly profound Le Desir this blend of 49% Merlot 47% Cabernet Franc and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits the deepest most concentrated and multidimensional personality of the first five vintages of this cuvee. A dense plum/purple color is accompanied by notes of graphite forest floor unsmoked cigar tobacco licorice and fruitcake. Full-bodied layered and opulent the 2004 can be drunk now or cellared for two more decades.