The 2018 La Joie displays a brilliant violet core with a thin rim of bright ruby colour. Generous fruit-forward aromas of ripe blackcurrant and black cherry are followed by earthy notes of fresh conifer, dried mushroom, black olive, dusty clay, anise and clove. The palate is rich and structured; possessing similar flavours of the nose, refined tannins, well-balanced acidity and a complex, luscious finish.