Jet-plum velvet in appearance, intense, this is immediately inviting. The nose offers a deep, brooding, earthy richness, warm fruitcake lifted by a subtle hint of cassis. The palate echoes the aromatics presented by the nose, pure, concentrated, sublimely balanced, tannins coated in rich dark fruit - a very fine Roc de Cambes and an elegantly-handled translation of the vintage, maintaining a refreshing focus throughout. The blend, representing the entire vineyard, is 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Malbec. Estimated arrival time in UK of Bordeaux 2010 en primeur wines: Spring 2013