Sturdy, stern, structured red from Alain Brumont, yet it is not without its charms. Subtle spice/ herbs support dense fruit, with good complexity and a firms finish with hint of tea. This wine really grew on me. Very nice. Drinking nicely now, should easily hold a few more years. I think that I picked this up on sale...whatever, at $23 list price, it is stellar value. Tasted Oct 2024.