Black-purple, dense blackcurrant aroma, lots of dense purity of fruit on the palate, very expressive, long and good tannins. Drink 2014-20. (16-plus points)

The aromas here are seriously woody, and that problem also appears on the palate. It has fruit, but the weight to balance is not there yet. This should develop over the next 4–5 years, but the wood is always going to be a major feature. ——R.V.(4/1/2011)—— 88