Pape Clement 2014

The 2014 Pape Clément has a more opulent and showier bouquet than the Domaine de Chevalier tasted alongside, with red berry fruit, sandalwood, Indian spices and high-toned blue fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin and layered black fruit laced with black pepper, cedar and spice box. The finish conveys more panache than the aromatics, with a palpable sense of control and focus on the finish. Classy. Tasted blind at the Southwold 10-Year-On tasting.