Michael Edwards: Scented nose, completely different and scented, lovely depth and complexity on palate- 17

Andrew Jefford: Dark black-red. Stewy and undifferentiated, after a truly awful first bottle. Lush, full, and sweetly meaty. Full of gentle, broad-shouldered appeal. Textured, ripe, and gratifying, with ample though supple tannins- 13.5

Marcel Orford-Williams: Big and brawny. Cooked fruit, rich, with middle and length. Some freshness, too, and a long finish. Needs food. Dry finish. Second bottle: Full and sweet and much cleaner - 16.5