Straw coloured with a spicy apple, toasty, nutty nose; medium bodied, fresh and lively on the palate but still tight. Good length; augurs well for turning into a beauty in 2 to 3 years.
Pale straw colour with a minerally, spicy nose offering notes of pear and white flowers; medium bodied, dry, spare and very crisp and clean. Knife-edge acidity. Will cellar well.
Ruby-purple. Red and black berries, hint of fruit stones. Nice fruity taste, firm but not excessively so, although the body has only medium weight on the tongue. The short finish is a tad warm. Drink now.
Ruby-purple. Ripe fruity nose of blueberry, raspberry jam, spicy notes and an animal undertone. Generous body, fresh and fruity taste, the middle palate has an open and expansive texture that is very nice. The tight finish is almost tannic, fully dry but intensely flavourful. Drink now
Medium ruby. Red fruits on the nose, spices and a hint of fruit stones. Spicy on the tongue, narrow and straightforward middle palate, it shows a certain purity. The finish is also pure; this was obviously made from perfectly healthy grapes.
Full ruby. Ripe and rich nose of red and black fruits with notes of spices and liquorice. Soft on the palate, velvety tannins. Intense fruit and good balance, this is quite enjoyable. Ready to drink and over the next couple of years.
Purplish. Red and black fruits, a light vegetal note and something that reminds one of fresh blood (is this why it’s called “Blood of the land”?) In the mouth, it is fresh and fruity, with a consistent body of thick flavours and a velvety texture. Simply cooked red meat is in order.