"A traditional estate that does little wrong, particularly in recent times. While the tannins are a bit stunted and drying, the fruit is compressed nicely, avoiding the tiring sweetness of so many Ripasso wines. Cloves, woodsy cherries, orange oil, camphor and a hint of varnish. An airy bitterness at the piquant finish. Nicely done. Drink or hold." —James Suckling