An old hybrid perpetual rose, bred in France 1885 in Lyon, the centre of rose breeding in the 19th century.
A very fragrant bloom on a tall floriferous shrub some prickles and best towards the
back of the rose-bed.
The nearest to snow that we'll ever hope to see :)

Thank you all my Pbase friends for your lovely comments and good wishes, I will
do a catch up commenting when I get a chance. A Happy Season's Greetings to you all!