Paxton Mataro 2021

As with all these Paxton wines, they are made using biodynamic processes. In the end it is the quality of the wine that counts and this is another fine wine in this series. From a cracking vintage, the wine spent 18 months in French oak with the final blend a barrel selection. Dark magenta, aromas include black cherries, plums, tar, tobacco leaves, earth and campfire sites. A little blocky at this stage, but it is evolving and there is a sweet core of chocolate on the palate. A wine of medium length and sleek tannins this will provide thoroughly enjoyable drinking for the next six to eight years. This is a fine example of a local Mataro.