Deep ruby in colour with scents of tobacco, leather, spice and balsam. Velvety smooth and concentrated black fruits on the palate with liquorice, plums, roasted peppers and a hint of vanilla. A silky, creamy texture with layers of complexity and excellent depth of fruit.
A firm backbone of tannin gives great structure to this rich and powerful wine that offers a wonderfully long, lingering finish. Stunning, though still very youthful.
James Suckling
(JS) :
99
Points (2010)
Tim Atkin
(TA) :
98
Points (2010)
Robert Parker
(RP) :
97
Points (2010)
Vinous (Antonio Galloni)
(VN) :
97
Points (2005)
Jancis Robinson
(JR) :
19
Points (2005)
Decanter
(DCT) :
96
Points (2005)
Wine Spectator
(WS) :
95
Points (2005)