The 1989s and 1990s are reviewed in this issue’s What About Now feature

The wine is absolutely fine on the palate with delicately drying tannin and a very long and silky texture

finishing long and earthy

elegantly fruit-driven Pomerol

Domaine, Isabel Ferrando Size:6x750ml The 1989s and 1990s are75% Grenache, 12% Cinsault, 11% Mourvdre, 2% Syrah, from the St Prfert lieu dit on a mix of galet stones, gravels, blue clay and sands. Aged in a mix of foudres, concrete and amphora. Bottling will be in March 2022. Cask sample. Raspberry and jammy fruits, red strawberry and spiced notes. Packed full of sweet and juicy fruits, ripe style but not overworked. A rich mouthfeel and a long finish. (AC)