"A subtle but still perceptible application of wood sets off more restrained aromas of mineral reduction, citrus confit and a whisper of iodine. The delicious, sappy and vibrant middle weight flavors exude an appealingly stoniness that adds a sense of lift to the balanced and refined finale. Lovely and worth a look." Outstanding, Top Value. 89 Points Allen Meadows, Burghound
"Moderate wood suffuses the vaguely exotic aromas of lemongrass, passion fruit, anise and whiffs of algae and oyster shell. There is again fine volume to the notably finer middle weight flavors that possess a more refined texture though not the same power on the tension-filled, balanced and sneaky long finish. A wine of finesse and harmony." 91-94Points Allen Meadows,Burghound
"Here too there is enough wood to mention framing the cooler and exuberantly fresh aromas of citrus, apple and brine plus a variety of shellfish scents, especially shrimp and oyster. There is borderline painful intensity to the imposing and tautly muscular larger-scaled flavors that retain a lovely sense of refinement on the chiseled, balanced and built-to-age finale. As is usually the case with this wine, it's going to require at least a few years of patience to unwind." 92-94Points Allen Meadows, Burghound