SF | Soft straw colour, lustrous at the core yet fading to pale appreciably at the rim. Nose of tilleul, cashew and yellow plum; flowers and cinnamon too; nutmeg and crushed almond. Complex in other words. The palate repays the compliment and adds an edgy, slightly raw note which actually works well, given the evolution which is also evidenced,. There are notes which approximate tertiary development and a composed, spicy backdrop; Pinot bite and the allure of long elevage on its lees. Maybe just lack a little tension.. 91
EA | Lemon colour of some depth. Sweetly fruity nose with floral charms and candy tones. A whiff ot toast and pencil shavings ads on the wine's complexity. Promising by nose. The palate feels light and fluffy with plenty of energy from the perky mousse and vibrant acidity. The intensity could be better but nevertheless the wine shows both energy of youth and complexity from time on lees.Drink Dates: 2024 - 2029. 93
JS | Umami seaweed notes on the nose. Dry and, at first, intensely savoury palate with salty, almost Marmite flavours and smoked almonds then a deep layer of just-ripe green apple and pear fruit. Chalky, dry and then finally biscuity and sweet on the finish, carried by the freshness of the acidity. Plenty of life in this. 94