“Deep dark crimson with black core. Overwhelming aroma of pure, dark fruit, lightly floral, dark but not sweet, stony/mineral even with so much pure fruit and a hint of rosemary, becoming more darkly floral on the day after opening. Dark and a touch smoky/charry but no oak sweetness. More fruit sweetness on the palate but also a really serious and more savoury side. Intense, powerful, the tannins are incredibly smooth but not emasculated. Still embryonic yet clearly a very fine wine, perfectly balanced, with both power and finesse. I think this is best vintage of CH red I have tasted, though it needs more time to show more complexity. It is a little bit oaky at the moment so please give it time.” – 18/20  — Jancis Robinson, Apr 2024

“A well-spiced, elegant version, with pure note of crushed mulberry accented by dried lavender and thyme, minerally iron and graphite. Medium-bodied and supple, this is framed by chalky tannins and orange peel acidity.” — Wine Spectator, Nov 2023