Jesús Barquín: Deep yellow. Delicate nose, dominated by autolysis, and balsamic and wet-earth aromas. The palate is long and elegant, with great finesse. This was wine 43 out of 44—and it definitely confirms that this was a wonderful tasting. 94

Andrew Jefford: This still looks in fine fettle: bright yellowgold, though a sparse mousse. Fresh, pure, ewe’s wool, lavender, lemon, and pounded stone: smells young and lively. Lots of warm Catalan hay and dry grass, too. Pure, elegant, sweet-edged, pristine, pure, stony, sumptuously ripe yet fresh, too: a magnificent demonstration of how well Catalan raw materials can resist time. 90

Andreas Larsson: Clear and still surprisingly youthful light golden color, with finely melted bubbles. The nose has some evolution and complexity, but it certainly feels more vital than some far younger examples in this crowd, the aromas leaning in the direction of a fine Fino, with roasted almond, dry spices, pear, and autolytic notes. The palate is distinctly dry, with a vital freshness, good flavor intensity, complex rather than fruity in the positive sense, and long and biting finish. A really nice drink and fine effort. 90