91/94

Rich deep purple black, but the bouquet is not at all over the top. Dark cherry perhaps but sensual rather than cooked. This is beautifully balanced, a big step up, with an intriguing density of dark fruit that swarms across the palate. A little acidity, the tannins are ripe, so the structure at the back is just what is wanted.

92 point

A more elegant array includes notes of black cherry coulis, a range of spice elements and floral wisps, in particular violet. I very much like the texture of the more refined yet slightly more concentrated flavors that conclude in a mildly austere finish where a touch of warmth also appears. This too could use better depth, but my rating offers the benefit of the doubt that it will progressively develop over time.