A stunning young cabernet-based blend whose assertive new oak aromas are rather arresting, in much the same way that a youthful Bordeaux First-Growth presents itself. Deep layers of violets, cassis, dark plums and cherries, cedar, cigarbox and vanilla are lifted by a whiff of shiraz-derived spice and mineral undertones. Wonderfully long and complete, stylish and vivacious, this handsome young red drives long and firm down a finely balanced spine, with its layers of fruit extending with a mouthcoating intensity towards a lingering and artfully balanced finish. A long and impressive future ahead!