Tim Atkin: Deep color. Sweaty, mature nose. Palate firmer, high acid, firmish but lots of fruit. Aromatic, modern-style Cahors, some tannin but not overwhelming. Should develop. Ripe style; complex. 17.5

Gerard Basset: Deep ruby color, with a purple rim. Medium-deep intensity. Black fruit: blueberry and damson. Firm and solid, but with ripe tannin. Retro full of black fruit, with a spicy underlay. Medium-long finish. 16.5

Anthony Rose: Deep color; fresh, invitingly peppery, and spicy aromatic quality. Lovely, fresh, clean—pure pepper and spice, almost Syrah-like. Really juicy, if lean, palate with chunky tannins and good savory acidity. Finishing dry and savory. 16.5