Dark amble red. Aromatically very expressive: jammy, blackberry, preserved prune, herb, spice, cocoa, oak, butter and nuts are all present. The palate is dry, full body, and high acidity. Grippy tannins build and coat the mouth with a subtle acidity. Vibrant fruit allows the finish to crescendo and take an eternity to gracefully fade with notable mushroom note. 990 NTD is a good deal to have such a typical Bordeaux-style in good vintage.