A masterclass in solera-style depth, this bottling centers on a perpetual reserve system started in 1946 (and held in large oak vats), bringing timeless complexity to a Pinot Noir-dominant blend. The nose is rich, vinous, and deeply expressive, bursting with dried red apple, Morello cherry, and candied orange peel, supported by dark honey, toasted hazelnut, and an unmistakable streak of smoke and damp chalk. On the palate, the entry is powerful and broad yet brilliantly dry, framed by a ultra-low dosage that highlights the wine's raw purity. A fine, persistent mousse yields to a dense mid-palate of bruised fruit, pastry crust, and subtle spice, all driven by a firm, mouthwatering vein of acidity. It closes on a long, echoing, and intensely savory finish marked by chalky tension and a hint of dark cocoa.
