Round and full of plum, cherry, pomegranate, green tea and eucalyptus flavors, this red is also dense and muscular. Gripping tannins reign on the finish. Overall, this is balanced and very long. Best from 2026 through 2043. Points: 94/100
Complex, some earthy notes as well as dried meats, rusty sanguine notes, plenty of spice (paprika, cumin and star anise), orange peel, dry stones and dried mountain herbs. Dried red fruits like cherry and strawberry are enclosed in savoury characters. The palate holds a characteristically bold frame of ripe tannin and there’s a build of ripe dark cherry fruit that builds out the finish convincingly. Poached berry fruit, too. Try from 2025. Points: 94/100
Quite a flamboyant feel to this on the nose, showing raspberries and grainy notes, together with hints of fresh mushrooms. Some brighter passion fruit comes through with air. Medium-bodied with an intense core of vibrant fruit and youthful tannin which together, given time, will add length and breadth to the wine. Wait for this one. Try from 2024. Points: 93/100
