At 9 years, still very pale, with good bubbles and crisp acids. However, you begin to pick up on an aged Champagne character. Very dry and complex, clean and satisfying in the mouth, this wine should develop with additional bottle age.——S.H.(12/31/2004)—— 92

Pear, lime and earth flavors are accented by a fine bead, which gives this classy sparkler an almost creamy mouthfeel. Finishes long, with a hint of citrus-pith bitterness.——J.C.(12/1/1999)—— 91