2013 Lupicaia

80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot. Aged in new French tonneaux. Mid crimson. Attractively dusty cassis and charry, savoury black fruit. A lovely smoky aroma that cuts through the fruit sweetness. More obviously oaky on the palate but it’s the dry finesse that shines here. Dry, dark charry but elegant finish. Still very young and needs time or food. (JH)