Decanter: 96 Punkte
The Mount Edelstone vineyard was planted on ancient reddish-brown clay loam soils in 1912, and these centenarian vines always yield a wine of depth and rich complexity. The 2021 is no exception, and its velvety palate is packed with perfumed dark berry fruit, sandalwood, cedar, black pepper and sage, as well as a lick of sweet oak spice. Despite the headiness of the fruit, the wine doesn’t lack freshness, and the plush, deep-pile tannins also help to bring focus to the wine. Although it’s tempting to drink it now, time in bottle will repay patience by allowing the wine to unfurl further over the years. Harvested 31 March-12 April. Matured in 9% new and 91% seasoned hogsheads, of which 80% French and 20% American.
- Natasha Hughes MW (03/2025)
