Simon Field | A youthful, slightly raw and unformed nose; fermentation aromas and something almost rubbery. The palate does little to alleviate the situation, its overwhelmingly coarse subtext undermining the eminently laudable aspirations of this particular varietal pairing. | 84

Andrew Jefford | Full yellow. Sweet, warm, haunting. The unusual blend gives this wine a singular charm: something sweet and blossomy from the Roussanne, but something more ancient and primeval and earthy from the Clairette. On the palate, the wine is quite lush, generous, splashy, and open, without quite having the aromatic finesse of the very best, but it retains its singular character well, making this a haunting aficionado’s choice. Fascinating and good. | 92

John Livingstone-Learmonth | Quite a full yellow robe. Peach stone and blackcurrant leaf are present on the front nose, which is a little out of the loop. There is a salted, glazed-nuts underlay. The palate is compact, with a steady line of gras, which comes with a subdued expression for now. There are pockets of dried white fruits, a little tannic grip on the close. Decant this understated wine; it has quiet virtues. To 2027/28. | 88