From Decanter
Concentrated autumnal fruit offers a hawthorny bramble of blackberry and bilberry. Big-framed, muscular tannins are joined by plenty of acidity - it's very clearly built to last and confident in its ability to reward those with patience. Matured in 50% new oak. 

Our note from May 2026:

This is drinking in its prime, on the youthful side of midlife. It's showing dark fruit with brooding depth, suede and leather notes and touches of fine tobacco. The texture is nicely developed to be structural, yet the tannins are attractive and the acidity is balanced. Perfect for a hearty braise or a grilled steak.

Grilled preparations, Hearty stew, Lamb, Red Meat, Roasted Root Vegetables, Wild Game