James Suckling 99 Points

Winemaker Notes

Pure, total power and darkness. Be careful as you may like it too much and it could put your mood to tell people what you really think. It again is not for the faint of heart it is for those with a will of steel and determination to match. This is a wine for people that admire subtle elegance and not-so-subtle power.

Tasting Note

The 2022 Warrior is bold and unwavering, offering a complex aromatic profile, with layers of white pepper, raspberry jam, and fried strawberry, balanced by earthen hints of clay pot and tobacco leaf. Subtle accents of apricot, seasoned sweet oak, and a cool, mineral note reminiscent of a limestone cave, bring depth and nuance. On the palate, the wine shows vibrant acidity that accentuates the fruit, while fine-grained tannins enrich the wine's texture. The mid-palate has a wonderfully subtle grippiness that leads into a muscular finish that is balanced, and persistent.