A lot of lift on the nose, spices and red fruits, quite plummy, fresh apricots and perhaps a slightly baked spice character. The palate was rich and very smooth, delicious red plums and spices, soft tannins and excellent length. On the second night a bit of the fruit had dropped out of the wine and some cool climate traits emerged, and though it showed the same lifted florals, there was now a bit of pepper and meat, and a barky spice character. Effortless drinking. Consume now with a decant or cellar for a couple of years.

Rated : 93 Points
Tasted : Feb08
Alcohol : 15.7%
Closure : Screwcap
Drink : 2010 - 2014