The deep ruby/purple-tinged 2005 Mathilde exhibits sweet aromas of jammy blueberries and blackberries intermixed with crushed rocks, spring flowers, and subtle new oak. The wine is nicely textured, pure, and rich with good structure, precision, and surprising power (14.5% natural alcohol). It has been bottled early, but will benefit from 2-3 years of cellaring, and should evolve for at least 15 years.