Good density of colour and deep crimson hues, the wine opens up with sweet black and red fruits of mulberry, black currant and cranberry and a whiff of lavender. Medium-bodied with soft velvety tannins, layers of fine fruit on the palate with chocolate and cedar notes from the oak. The finish is long and savoury. A wine that will enjoy a decant and also one to put away in a cool cellar for up to 15 years.

96 pts Ray Jordan

95 pts Huon Hooke