Hentley Farm The Creation Shiraz 2015 Domaine Mittnacht Freres The 32 hectares are planted

The 32 hectares are planted with 60% Merlot

Tasted blind at the Southwold 2012 tasting

Varieties: 36% Chardonnay

This famous Pomerol property has been run by the Moueix family since the 1950's and produces a wine that is always a classic of the appellation and keenly sought-after

pear and peach skin

Hentley Farm The Creation Shiraz 2015 Domaine Mittnacht Freres The 32 hectares are planted96 100 James Halliday, Halliday Wine Companion Made in the same way as Clos Otto other than 9 days on skins and maturation in American oak (50% new). The American oak is much more assertive than French, its signal soaring on the first whiff, likewise the first sip. It works well here, tipping its hat to Grange, the flavours coating every corner of the mouth, yet doesn't overstay its welcome. And it pays no attention whatsoever to its alcohol.