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Careful oak maturation adds complexity without overshadowing the purity of the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1251\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eColour: \u003c\/strong\u003eDeep ruby red with vibrant crimson highlights.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003eNose: \u003c\/strong\u003eA generous bouquet of ripe plum and blackcurrant leads the way, followed by cracked black pepper, dark chocolate, sweet spice and a subtle hint of leather.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003ePalate: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium- to full-bodied with layers of dark berry fruit, juicy plum and blackcurrant supported by fine-grained tannins. 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