Simon Field | Fulsome of color, lively deep purple, with an appealing patina. Primary aromatic, hedgerow, with blueberry and plum to the fore, unassailably attractive; confirmed by the palate, which is cushioned in a haze of alcoholic indulgence, compote, and creamy oak successfully seductive and sure to be instantly appealing—almost too appealing! | 89

Andrew Jefford | Deep, dark, purple-red: plenty of youthful appeal. A subtle play of black and red fruits; sweetly enticing. Vivid and lushly fruity wine with both fresh acidity and some lively, mid-weight tannins; hugely enjoyable. Spot-on mid-weight Grenache with ample youthful charm if not quite the ambition and concentration for a top score. | 88

David Williams | Very primary, almost unmediated finger- staining black fruit, high-toned and fragrant. Vivid and succulent, but a creeping seriousness in the tannins, which are supple but grippy, while the finish has a refreshing plum-skin or rosehip tang and astringency. | 91