Classic in style, with medium to full-bodied richness and sweet tannin, the 2007 Hermitage le Meal Estate reveals a medium ruby color to go with perfumed aromatics of wood smoke, dried meats, leather, raspberries and blackberries. While not a blockbuster, it has solid mid-palate concentration and a beautiful texture, both of which allow it to drink nicely today. It should hold nicely through 2027.