SF | Pale gold, with little sign of development; a minute and elegant mousse, balletic bubbles, neatly choreographed by the shadow of autolysis. The nose betrays a little more evolution; sourdough, quince and hints of ginger. The fruit character tilts towards the red end of the spectrum; hints of redcurrant and Braeburn apple, spice and petrichor. A touch more development thereafter, with hints of toffee apple and nectarine. Structurally sound and maturing nicely; balanced acidity and a deft mouthfeel, evanescent yet lingering. 92
EA | Deep colour with golden hues. Soft nose of creamy and yeasty richness. Vanilla, white flowers and even mild lactic yoghurty tones. Gentle toastiness lines the maturing nose. The palate is wide and smooth with a calm mousse adding on the impression of softness. Fresh and lively but the aftertaste wfinishes short and is developing some light mousy tones.Drink Dates: 2024 - 2026. 88
JS | Pale primrose, a hint gold. Persistent mousse. Opening on a wave of butter, vanilla patisserie, zesty lemon curd and then red apple. The palate is dry, honeyed, intense and layered, with walnuts, dried pears and almond cream. Buttery, silky and well articulated by acidity. Well sustained. 93