A 54 mm cork; I measured it. I almost needed two corkscrews to get it out, and I knew I was in trouble. Luckily I had the whole Saturday afternoon and night ahead of me to contemplate this wine. It was a rich red, with splashes of purple and lovely florals notes, followed by blackberries, old river gravel and raspberries. The palate is savoury and earthy, with blackberries, red liquorice and red cherries, gravelly tannins and lots of grip (but it was not that drying really). There was also superb fruit concentration, loving tannins and oodles of savouriness. A wine with some serious potential, but can be approached now - you won’t need a whip and a chair.

Rated : 93 Points
Tasted : May07
Alcohol : 14.0%
Closure : Cork
Drink : 2008 - 2017