It's splendidly ripe and fragrant on the nose, showing blackcurrant, rich floral, thyme and roasted nut aromas, leading to a richly expressed palate that's succulent and supple. Beautifully weighted and silky, finishing flavoursome and delectable. At its best: now to 2032. Score - 93. (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Oct. 2023)

Beautifully fruited and inviting, the wine shows blackberry, thyme, hazelnut and warm spice aromas on the nose, followed by a fruit-expressive palate displaying succulent fruit intensity, backed by silky texture and fine tannins, finishing lingering and supple. At its best: now to 2032. Score - 92. (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, July 2024)