Jesús Barquín: Pale yellow. A racy wine; fine nose that is a little riper that I would want it to be, but the mouthfeel is fresh: good acidity, good fruit expression, long. 89

Andrew Jefford: Pale gold; sustained mousse. Fresh and sweet, more “fruity” and less herbal than the pure-Catalan-variety versions, but simpler also. A pretty, poised, lively, well-constructed wine, but without the Catalan grapes you don’t really get the body, the density, and the length that are so enjoyable in Cava. This is a bit acidic, finally, despite the prettiness of the fruit. It does, I admit, drink well and has a lightness of touch that many would relish. 85

Andreas Larsson: Light golden color, a quite intense mousse. The nose is on the younger side with fruit like green apple, pear, lime, and lemongrass. The palate stays within the medium bodied frame, the fresh acidity in balance, unlike many other 2009s; not stunningly complex perhaps, but fresh and coherent until the end. 85