Suckling 96 (above all the 2021 Wendourees):
Blackberry, ink, and burnt orange character. Hints of fresh bay leaf and parsley. Full-bodied and structured with muscular tannins and intense black and purple fruits. Blackberries galore. So long. Goes on for minutes. Drink after 2024 and onwards.
We were absolutely blown away by this one. One thing I would note is that these ancient vines produce incredible wines at relatively low alcohols, all under 14%. In this (and the way they taste), they remind me a lot of the old Ridge Monte Bellos (or for that matter old Chateau Latours). And we believe they are every bit as “serious” and important.
