Lifted fruit aromas of blueberry, raspberry are immediately apparent. Star anise, cowhide and red rose petal provide layers and interest.
On the palate, there are notes of orange skin, dark cherry, fresh raspberry and choc-liquorish. Creamy lees notes help to broaden interest, the tannins are pillow-like.
Drink this by itself, even with a slight chill, or with crispy duck breast on a bed of cauliflower puree and toasted summer greens.
It will benefit from 2 - 4 years in the cellar from the vintage.