Paracombe The Reuben 2018

A blend of Bordeaux varieties matured in French oak. Blackcurrants, dark cherry skin, bitter cocoa nib and chocolate dust. Prune and plums with graphite, potting soil and cold black tea. Once again, the cooler Hills growing condition demonstrates how well acidity maintains the fruit quality, and Paracombe must have a cellar with impeccable cellaring conditions. The palate here is pure black fruit, oak nuances taking a back seat, providing some creaminess and carry but the core of the wine remains, beautifully timed and picked fruit.  Drinking this now, it’s hard to imagine you’ll have the restraint to put some aside, but the asking price means you should buy some now, for tomorrow and for many more days and years to come. Impressive wine. Drink with Beef Bourguignon and remind yourself of greatness.