SF | Deep aubergene colour, bright and full of life. The nose is attractive; red fruit, soft spice and hints of juniper, thyme and laurel, Very complex, but gently seductive, the weave of oak magnificent and yet subtle at the same time . The palter descants depth, potential an generosity, with fruit, spice and vanillin pleasingly enjoined and an intimation of approachability rehearsed in acknowledgement of sheer quality 94
AJ | Dark, dense, purple-black: opaque at the core to purple at the rim. Warm, sweet, enticing. Not hugely focussed but the aromatic charm invites sipping! Supple, lush, fruit-first claret with attractive poised ripeness. Successful fruit definition (damson as well as blackcurrant) is the main story, but there is some soft tannic support and the acidity has the nimble incision typical of 2020, chasing each mouthful along.Drink Dates: 2026 - 2036.