Tim Atkin: Very dark color; leafy, complex, lovely, alluring nose. Good acidity, some tannin, but folded into the structure of the wine. Classic Cahors style. Beautifully balanced, complex, harmonious. Good length. Will age. Stylish, perfumed, a touch of austerity, but this is a stunning wine. 18.5

Gerard Basset: Deep inky color, with a purple rim; medium intensity on the nose. A touch of reduction but not unpleasant. Cassis and also notes of hung animal. Fairly lean, with a slightly reduced retro. Medium-long. 14

Anthony Rose: Deep ruby color; vegetal hints of horseradish on the nose. Good dark-berry-fruit quality here, with a lovely freshness and fragrance. Very nice, supple, rounded tannin, bittersweet chocolate, and a savory acidity balancing this wine out nicely. It has character, concentration and good overall balance. 17