Michael Edwards: Similar in style to [Ayala Blanc de Blancs 2007] but less intense. 15

Andrew Jefford: Pale to mid-gold. Yeasty, earthy, malty, even a touch of white chocolate. Very full of the diagnostic ’07 ripeness here; plump and round. True to the vintage, to such an extent that it hasn’t made the most classical blanc de blancs, but it is a lovely Chardonnay-based Champagne. Good depth, sinew, and finishing vinosity. The fruit is outstandingly high quality. Very good, though drink sooner rather than later. 16

Tom Stevenson: A touch oxidative on the nose, but the fruit is clean and reasonably fresh. 15