The 1865 vintage is celebrated for its exceptional quality, particularly from Bordeaux and Burgundy. Ideal weather conditions, including a warm, dry summer, allowed grapes to mature fully, resulting in wines that blend richness with acidity. These wines typically exhibit deep fruit flavors, such as blackcurrant and cherry, alongside earthy undertones and spice. Remarkably, many wines from this year have shown exceptional aging potential, still displaying vibrancy over 150 years later.