1978 Brane Cantenac in magnum

22 Dec 2011: Kicking off the Christmas celebrations with a magnum of 1978 Brane Cantenac! Garnet core, bricking at the rim.  Mature and spicy bouquet of leather, earthy, stony, savoury and cigar smoke. Silky tannin, very smooth texture and not much acidity. Harmonious, mellow and balanced, while not exhilarating. Finish could be a bit longer but lovely palate. Drinking at peak, with no signs of deterioration as yet, but I wouldn't hold onto these magnums for too much longer, say 2 - 3 years for best enjoyment!  16.5/20