Delicious raspberry and black cherry fruit notes on the nose but with a pleasing sense of restraint. A wine that sweeps across the palate in a rather old-fashioned stately manner with the grandeur and confidence that comes from a sense of place. Cassis and cedar notes emerge and the lingering finish shows the qualities here. Although this is a mid-term Barton rather than a big, brooding one, it is totally true to its origins and represents an intelligent and sensitive handling of the vintage. Undoubtedly, this will appeal to its loyal following. 70CS:27M:3CF.