SF | Pale straw with a conspicuous fade at the rim; an odd, slightly confected nose; reduction gone wrong, oak not quite integrated; one is inclined to cover all the bases, however apparently contradictory. Probably reductive , on reflection. the palate certainly point us in this direction, its stark rather brutal acidity marshalling the citric fruit with energetic dexterity. The result is enigmatic, given the putative age, all signals of development apparently concealed, all integrity challenged. Nothing inherently wrong with this, but it almost seems to be trying too hard, which may well not be necessary. 87
EA | Golden hues to the intense colour. The pronounced nose of sweet appley fruit almost jumps out of the glass. There is a woody notion to the yeast-complexed nose. Fruit drops, apricot pie and dried peaches. The palate is fresh ye tthe mousse a little frothy and aggressive even after all this time in bottle. Rich and fruit-forward palate, pleasant if a little one-dimensional. Long juicy finish.Drink Dates: 2024 - 2029. 91
JS | Mid primrose (i.e. slightly deeper than most). A nose that combines the sweetness of viennoiserie with toasted sourdough, orchard fruit (peach and apple) and a meat broth umami character. A powerful nose and an intense, dry, powerful expression on the palate; green-apple fruit, salted almonds, chalky-rich texture lifted by laser acidity. has time on its hands. 94