Nose

After an initial heat, red grape aromas show — like walking through a vintage wine cellar. Cherry sweets and fruit-twist Fanta.

Palate

Raisins, golden syrup-soaked flapjack, a small bowl of Christmas pudding, almonds, and grape. Water cools its spike and enhances the grape notes.

Finish

Medium in length, but maintains a ferocity.

Comment

Water smooths it without dampening those lovely grape notes.