An exceptional and highly acclaimed Cabernet Franc-based red wine from Vérité, one of California’s most prestigious fine wine estates. Inspired by the great wines of Saint-Émilion in Bordeaux, Le Désir combines remarkable elegance, depth and structure with the distinctive character of Sonoma County. The outstanding 2018 vintage benefited from favourable growing conditions, allowing the grapes to ripen slowly and develop excellent concentration, balanced acidity and refined tannins. The wine was aged for 16 months in French oak barrels, 95% of which were new, adding further complexity and sophistication. Tasting profile: Deep, dark ruby-purple in colour, with an expressive bouquet of ripe raspberries, redcurrants, blackberries and black cherries, complemented by floral notes, dried sage, mint, cedar, graphite and exotic spices. On the palate, the wine is beautifully layered, combining concentrated fruit with fine-grained tannins, fresh acidity and subtle mineral nuances. The finish is exceptionally long, elegant and persistent.