This storied wine, a staple on dinner tables for more than 40 years, is a testament to the art of balance. The warm, rich ruby colour fills your glass, carrying with it the aromas of vanilla bean, fresh cedar, and dense black currants. On the palate, earthy notes mingle with crushed peppercorn, sweet oak and dark fruit. This medium-bodied wine, with its balanced dusty tannins and a soft lingering finish, is a reassuring mark of quality.