"Light, fresh, crisp and delicate style, with nectarine and white peach joined by subtle Fench oak; well made, and not forced. Cellar to 2014. Rating: 92/100".
"I love the barrel influence, which adds a smoky savoury character. Lovely texture and already showing some complexity."
"Initially I wasn't overly impressed by this, but as it warmed up to me, I warmed up to it. The cautionary tale then is that Chardonnay isn't always well served when served well chilled.
Less green in colour & an immediate step up from the Estate in intensity, with a much fuller nose of spicy french oak and white peach, the oak imparting more richness and obvious appeal. The palate is quite complex, showing some nifty barrel work which serves to impart a creamy, layered mouthful of worked Chardy. A streak of sweet apricotty fruit injects some generosity and the whole palate finishes dry and clean. Good stuff. 17.5/20"