This is splendidly fruited and varietally expressive, showing cassis, violet, thyme, game and assorted nut aromas on the nose. The palate delivers terrific weight and fleshy texture, wonderfully framed by finely infused tannins, finishing sturdy and robust. At its best: now to 2034. Score - 94. (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Feb. 2024) This is splendidly fruited and varietally expressive, showing cassis, violet, thyme, game and assorted nut aromas on the nose. The palate delivers terrific weight and fleshy texture, wonderfully framed by finely infused tannins, finishing sturdy and robust. At its best: now to 2034. Score - 94. (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Feb. 2024) 750 mL bottle