Sourced from 4ha of 65-year-old vines on granitic soils in the lieu-dit of Les Bessards. It's mature now, showing a very gamey character on the nose along with some leaf mulch and cigar tobacco. It's still very full and richly fruited on the palate, with furry tannins which are perhaps just a little dry - not the most elegant tannic texture. There's a saline, searching finish of good length. It's a little gruff compared to the sleeker incarnation of today's Le Pavillon but nonetheless is very Hermitage, and full of interest.