(WE94-96 points) This is a rich, powerful and classically ripe wine. Full on the palate, it has a strong structure that is balanced by generous black fruits. There is just a hint of wood at the moment, but it's the fruit concentration that really sings.

The 2014 Vieux Chateau Mazerat has evolved a really quite intriguing bouquet, quite potent and very perfumed, iris and crushed violets, red berry fruit and a touch of wild mint. There is a soupçon of something Burgundian here. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, a fine line of acidity, quite sophisticated spicy red fruit with a silky finish that conveys great tension. This has turned into really quite an outstanding wine from Jonathan Maltus. - Neal Martin