Huon Hooke
Very deep, dark purple/red colour; very youthful. It's almost medicinal to sniff, showing super-ripe star anise fruit. Some savoury woodsy notes, on nose and palate, and the tannins are drying and very firm on the palate. A big, bold and rather rustic wine, not that elegant but loaded with flavour and guts. Very cellarworthy.
Tasted: 30/04/2016
Drink: 2018 to 2039