Andrew Jefford: Full yellow-gold. Soft, sweet and graceful, though without a lot of fruit finesse. On the palate, this is a firm and structured, with a big block of acidic fruit. Slightly muscular and forceful in style, but pure and long. The dosage is well judged, and there is some ground stone in the finish; perhaps elegance and charm will come with time? 14.5

Tom Stevenson: Rather rustic with a slight bitterness on the finish. 14