Simon Field | Attractive poached pear aromas, unadulterated Roussanne in its pomp, with a little spice behind and a clean finely matted weave to the fabric. Impressive length, heady without being overworked, firm without losing the accessibility of the variety. | 89

Andrew Jefford | Mid-glowing yellow. Lush, full, and rich, as is typical for the pure-Roussanne wines in this tasting; the trick is to avoid suggesting too much oak or banana, and settle on those honeysuckle, honey, and nougat allusions. This is halfway there. On the palate, it is firm, foursquare, structured, vibrant (plenty of acidity), and chunky but lacks a little charm, softness, and finesse. Concentrated wine, too. Perhaps good with time, but just a little monumental at present. (Oak?) | 91

John Livingstone-Learmonth | Full yellow robe, good glisten. White raisin, toast, and elderflower cordial assemble on the bouquet, with a musky raisin in behind. The palate starts on trim but sustained content, emerges into a fine tune of saltiness on the close. This is just starting to edge together as a whole, but its calling card is the exceptional freshness and vivacity of the 2014 vintage, so be in no hurry. It combines a northern tune with the polished gras of the south. Decant it. 2019–30/33. | 92