Alex Hunt: Very golden for such a young wine, and densely aromatic with crystallized ginger, roasted peach, and orange peel—I wonder if there’s some skin contact here. The palate confirms this, with a nice tannic bite to underpin the powerful apricot fruit. What’s particularly interesting is the achievement of power and full varietal identity at only 12.5% ABV (assuming the label is accurate). This “semi-orange” wine, as it turns out to be, is not subtle—in fact, it’s a bit of a bruiser—but the elements are so well knit that it may well mellow with time. And if it doesn’t, it’s still an exciting, distinctive take on the white Rhône blend. 90

Andrew Jefford: Full gold, with a hint of haze. Richer, more honeyed, with an oxidative note, perhaps deliberate. There’s lovely peachy fruit as well, though, and a little gingery spice. Perhaps a natural wine approach here, but it doesn’t overly obtrude: refreshing and chewy, with some tannin on the palate, and apple acidity despite the honey and peach flavours. Well crafted and worthwhile. 88

Peter Liem: This is slightly obscured by its oak, needing time in the glass to bring its fruit into the foreground. Its notes of apricot, Asian pear and litchi are ripe but restrained, elongated by zesty acidity and finishing with excellent length. 90