Essi Avellan: Deep golden color. Mature old-wine nose, low on fruit. Earthy, spicy, and spirity notes prevailing. Good freshness on the firm, focused palate. Not too tired, just getting low on fruit. Long and succulent. Enjoyable today but not much keeping potential. 17

Simon Field: Deep of color, the wine has charming savory aromatics, fine balancing acidity, and a rich elegant palate. 16

Tom Stevenson: Deepish gold color; this was okay but not impressive. Touch of oxidation, with toffee on the aftertaste. 14 (29 months post disgorgement, tasted 2014; 12%; 4.5g/l dosage; 30mg/l total SO2)