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90 NM. "The nose has a little more cohesion and focus than the 1995. Cedar, mint and pencil-shavings on the masculine nose. The palate is structured, conservative but with well-integrated oak and tannin. The texture is a little smoother than previous vintages, more refinement and class. Good length - a classic 1996. (88-89) Tasted again in September 2006, blind at Farr again. A very intense, blackberry, hedgerow, briary nose. Kirsch, liquorice. Full-bodied, concentrated palate. Firm tannins, quite rich and decadent. Blackberry, espresso, dates. Assertive and confident wine. Very fine." Neal Martin, Wine Journal, Dec 1999 |