Simon Field | Cochineal, mauve, saturated, and impressive; a tincture made magic by the merest look. The nose tells tales of lavender fields, ripe autumnal fruit, and the smith’s workshop; behind that, gorse, briary, and even a hint of quince. The palate is composed, harmonious even in extremis, dark fruit shrouded in tannin, a line of acidity stretching long into the promise of a long evolution. Again, a wine with huge gastronomic potential... On its own, almost raw. | 90

Andrew Jefford | Dark, black-purple, with a purple rim. There is sweet damson and elderberry fruit here, but it lacks purity and refinement, though it is exuberant and has a thyme-flower charm. Juicy, vivid, and fresh, with more thyme behind the damson and elderberry. In terms of handling and composition, this is pretty simple, though it offers lots of straightforwardly enjoyable drinking. | 87

Anthony Rose | Youthfully ruby in color, this has Cahors Malbec written all over its aromatic profile, with dark, savory aromas complemented by a really appealing juiciness of texture and a bright, fresh acidity that makes you want to swig it in voluminous quantity. Besides its up-front charm, it has a savory depth to the fruit that ensures a good medium-term life and makes it an excellent drink for unpretentious pasta-based food. | 91