Simon Field: Near opaque. Richly complex nose of spices and dried fruits, and an attractive peppery backdrop. Potential confirmed on the palate, with elegant tannins to coat the ripe berry fruits and a fulsome elegant finish. Very com plete, sweet and harmonious. 16.5

Richard Mayson: Good colour. Open, fragrant, very floral, violets. Lovely peppery, spicy fruit. Not very big or tannic but an attractive middle-distance wine for drinking in 10-15 years. Elegant and very harmonious. 15.5

Jancis Robinson: Purplish crimson. Prunes and herbs on the nose - rather interesting and captivating already! Very competent and lively. Lots hidden there. Well made. Lots of alcohol on the finish, but a good charge of both fruit and tannin. Inky at this stage. 16