Jesús Barquín: Pale yellow. Good in terms of structure and freshness, but lagging behind the previous two wines (Pago de Tharsys 2008 and Sabaté I Coca 2008) as far as aromas and flavors are concerned, especially due to a background of boiled vegetables on both nose and palate. 86

Andrew Jefford: Relatively pale for a 2008: steely green-gold. Wow. A very complex, detailed, and engaging aromatic profile here: intricate, nutty, creamy, pounded green hazels, sappy, planty, sweet, and fresh. Hugely attractive: magnificent work here—can’t wait to sip. On the palate, it is deep, long, pure, and pristine, with a wonderful echo chamber of Catalan aromas and flavours: hay, dry grasses and fresh grasses, wild flowers, crushed stones. In wonderful condition for a 2008, just bursting with freshness and expressivity. Beautifully judged ripeness and purity, with round and resonant acidity. A grand Cava of great purity and finesse. 96

Andreas Larsson: Bright and quite pale straw color. The nose offers some evolution, spiciness, and complexity, with ripe citrus, stone fruit, and roasted nuts. Quite broad on the palate, the well-integrated mousse adding a certain creaminess. Still distinctly dry, with a fresh acidity, zesty yellow fruit, and a quite long and biting finish. Starting to show complexity and harmony, so should go on well. 90