October 22, 2022 - It was showing a funky, cheesy aroma that I didn’t really care for. I’ve had better bottles.
June 29, 2021 - Outstanding. Mellow florals on the nose with a hint of grass and honey, gravelly minerals (an earlier reviewer called it wet slate, nice) soft rounded mouth feel, long finish. Drinking spot on. Last tasted in 2016, dare I say it but this bottle has continued to improve!
April 19, 2020 - On PnP, a bit too cold stunting aromas. First notes evolving are geranial and acidic. Clues to its age beyond the pale golden color would include a mild aldehyde/sherry character. As it warms a bit and takes on air, it softens only slightly with some very austere aged fruit showing. I agree with other tasters that this is better on the second day, but it seems even older than it is. This condition is not due to lack of acidity holding things together! Seems well past its prime.
April 17, 2020 - Second night it reverted to the luscious silk I expected.
November 7, 2019 - A few years late unfortunately
It opens and for about 15 minutes you have a complex delicious wine. Don’t miss them.
August 11, 2019 - Showing very well for a 22-year old Chenin. Honey and floral notes, wet slate, cut grass, pleasantly sour quince and herb, with nice balance and heft.
July 27, 2019 - Not sound
July 19, 2018 - Yes, this is past prime, but it still delivers satisfaction even if a bit controversial due to showing its age with some oxidation. The color is golden, like butter, but not as bright as yellow squash. The nose is honey, honeysuckle, orange blossom and orange zest, lychee fruit, and creamed corn. The finish is yeasty. The wine still carries sufficient acidity. Between the acidity and fruit, the finish is carries for some time. Layers of flavor and still exquisitely balanced ....but the oxidation definitely detracts. A fading wine with intellectual appeal. 13.9% alc. With fried oysters served with roasted red pepper remoulade and a sauteed garlic-lemon zest aioli. With shrimp, corn fritters. Highly Recommended.
December 31, 2017 - Still youthful, lemon with a little oiliness.
December 24, 2017 - Outstanding nose (B++). Interesting palate (B++).