Stephen Brook: The color was quite evolved, with some brick notes on the rim. The nose was fresh, delicate, and leafy, with red fruits and cherries rather than the more expected blackcurrant, and a touch of smokiness; but there was no frailty here. Although very concentrated, it showed moderate weight, a sleek texture, firm tannins balancing fine acidity, and a greater youthfulness than was displayed in the colour or on the nose. Perhaps there was a slight lack of dimension and complexity and depth, but the wine showed no sign of flagging. It had fine rather than exceptional length. 18