Critics Ratings

‘Deep, brooding scents of black plum, cherry and cassis form the soul of this beautiful, richly concentrated wine. Plenty of licorice, cigar-box spice and bittersweet cocoa ride atop the fruit core, while notes of green peppercorn, leather and tobacco flesh out the midpalate and flourish on the finish. The crushed-velvet texture offers ample tannic grip and balancing acidity to keep everything in harmony. While it's hard to resist now, this should shine from 2023–2028.’ – Lauren Buzzeo, Wine Enthusiast, 94/100

‘As its name makes clear, Fusion V combines the five Bordeaux varieties, with Cabernet Sauvignon dominating the blend with 51%. It’s a perfumed, sweetly oaked style with fine tannins, supple tannins and a smooth, caressing palate. 2019-25’ - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2018, 93/100

‘Checking in on the 2015 Fusion V, the nose shows evolving and maturing in the glass. Displaying firm tannins, the medium to full-bodied wine has a freshness that releases on the palate, indicating that the wine is in its “cocoon stage” and, in 18 to 24 months, will emerge more mature and evolved with elegant tertiary expression, having shed its baby fat and fresh fruit flavors. Hold in the cellar until 2025, and drink through 2032.’ – Anthony Mueller, Wine Advocate, 92/100 (Jul 2023)

‘An alluring, polished, sultry style, with black tea, singed vanilla and espresso aromas giving way to suave currant and plum fruit flavors. Offers a long, fine-grained finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2022.’ – James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, 92/100 (Jun 2018)

Provenance

Wine Cellar Private Client