Thursday, March 23, 2023 - Pale gold appearance, some green
Unusual and distinctive nose of fennel, celery (electric celery!), verbena and mineral pools – very cool alpine fresh feel and not overtly saline.
Attack displays some richness and there is a wave of sea-like flavours/aroma, slightly lower acid though plenty fresh, lifted and clean – defined. Has a rounded core, touches of baked apple and the merest oxidative, leesy note on the finish.
On return, the nose continues to stand out as something unusual – sort of stems and spicy tropical notes, a little cream and builds in an overall spiciness – lovely undulating palate in terms of texture.
This was a real treat. Tense and true to type but layered and continued to unfurl and express itself throughout the evening.