Vinous 93 points - Bright deep red. The pure, enticing nose hints at raspberry, gunflint, licorice, and minerals. Dense but juicy, this boasts terrific energy and an enticing mineral overlay to its bright, precise red berry and floral flavors. Outstanding focus and lift here, but this will need time to expand. Finishes with building but subtle concentration and great length. Knockout stuff..April/2018
James Suckling 95 points - A wealth of dried cherry and flower aromas follow through to a full body, fine tannins and a raspberry and cherry aftertaste. A fruity yet subtle red. A beauty. Fantastic for the vintage.
Jancis Robinson 15.5 points - Mid ruby with bricky tinges. Soft fruit with hints of oatmeal. A little singed but plenty of acidity to keep it going, if overall lacking a little in depth. (WS).February/2018