indeed the word Zen describes the gorgeously well-balanced finish

it's thick and unctuous on the palate

but unlike vintages of ten years ago

It was vinified in various types of vessels

It has character

Croft, Vintage other_regions indeed the word Zen describesThe 2009 Croft has a tightly wound bouquet of blackberry, black plum, and touches of glycerine and graphite that are well defined but persistently broody. The palate is full bodied with a burly, powerful entry. There is real structure and presence here a Croft packed full of spicy black fruit with white peppers generously sprinkled over the finish. This is an ambitious Croft that could become a future legend or might trip over its untrammeled