A more brooding and contemplative side of Cornas, with old vines bringing an notable layer of depth and concentration. Blackcurrant, blueberry and dark cherry unfold into violet, bay leaf, graphite and hints of cocoa and tapenade. The palate is dense but remarkably poised, with plush fruit, beautifully integrated oak and fine, persistent tannins. There is a real sense of detail here, with layers revealing themselves as the wine opens. Powerful, refined and built for the long haul, this is the bottle you open when you want to show off a little.