Taster

Nose: Attractive and harmonious. Lavender. More bed linen when reduced. Creamy.

Palate: Peanuts (with skin on), soft mocha and chocolate. Pistachio nuts.

Finish: Pistachio ice cream. Good length.

Comment: Good complexity, weight and mouthfeel but lacking balance.

Score: 7

Taster

Nose: Very dry smoky phenols.

Palate: Lightly oily. Firm. Then exploding with dry, peppery flavours.

Finish: Warming, digestif.

Comment: Confident. Slightly austere.

Score: 8.5