"With seven years of age, this fine cabernet franc has had time to develop a haunting complexity and a gravity that demands it is sipped not gulped. It has a beautiful layered scent, reminiscent of brittle leaves, red berries and spice."

"Decidedly gamy and animal, with fine earthy, slightly Bretty notes, but adding up to an intriguing, if slightly antiseptic whole. That character still affects the palate, even though there's a deep, serious fruit, tannin and acid structure. This will split the jury, but a fascinating wine."