Despite the age, the colour has held extremely well, not differing much from the 2005. Very figgy on the nose, the fruit has mostly been consumed and the alcohol is more prominent on the palate, but leather, tobacco and a touch of nuttiness make this quite appealing. Pair with a nutty torte.
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