Vibrant aromas, lime, grapefruit, crushed rocks, and flowers. extremely crisp on the palate, bracing and exciting.

A bit shy, but with persistence reveals cherries, plums, and crushed gravel. Juicy, racy and voluptuous, putting red berries in the forefront. Drinking well already, possibly owing to the lack of wood aging and low tannins.

Sweet berry aromas, mostly cherry, with hints of blackcurrant and oak. Creamy texture, with mixed berry flavors and oak on the palate. Muscular finish suggests it's still a bit young and could use some time in cellar.

Surprising, especially considering the price point and my experience of the 2010 vintage. Dominated by raspberry aromas, with secondary aromas of dark cherry, fresh grass and compost. Velvety texture with bold flavors of chocolate-covered cherries and raspberries. Boisterous and juicy. A little grippy in the finish, so I think 6-18 months in the cellar is probably advised, but it should drink well fairly young.

Lots of fruit on the nose, with a combination of stewed raspberries and cranberry. Also has hints of cedar and lava rocks. Satiny texture, bright red fruit on the palate. Structured, but lacking in complexity. Very approachable already.

Complexity on the nose: berry compote, cherries, toasted oak, herbs, and crushed rocks. Bold fruit on the palate, lovely integration and balance even at this early stage. A bit simple on the palate right now; a reasonable amount of time in the cellar will hopefully evolve complexity and depth on the palate to match the aromas!

One of the stars of the tasting. Primarily Merlot (84%) and Cab Franc (14%), with just a splash of Cab Sauv (2%). Slightly shy on the nose, but patience pays off as it reveals ripe cherries, cut grass, rose petals and chocolate. Vibrant on the palate, elegant and balanced, with enough oak to add depth and complexity. Still too young, especially in the finish, but this is one to buy, hold and bring out on a special occasion in 10+ years.

Largely Merlot-based, from Pomerol. Deep and dark aromas of cherry, plums and hints of cedar. Racy on the palate, with loads of red fruit. Depth comes in the form of anise.

Exquisite wine which must be at or near its peak. Blackcurrant and dark cherries, clay pot, dried herbs and a hint of petroleum. Perfectly balanced, deep and dark on the palate. Complex and layered, with earth and oak through the long finish. If you are lucky enough to have this lurking in your cellar, do yourself a favor and try one soon!

Deep yellow-gold. Apricots, toffee, baking spices. Syrupy texture, very sweet and luscious, but supported by bright acids.

Blackberries, fresh-cut oak planks, and cherry blossoms. Lively red fruit on the palate, with a smoky finish. Still a bit grippy and young.