There is a slightly more obvious whiff of oak toast on the nose than I remember than from the previous 12 bottles(!) though it remains an accent rather than a dominant tone; round and inviting the aromas remain. In the mouth also quite round with a late arriving, mouth-watering lick of acidity then the subtle extra dimension of fruit that has made this wine a standout chez nous. Still in a lovely place.

Wide, sweet aromas of pineapples and agrumes. Nice texture with good underlying acidity. There’s just a hint of barrel flavour and even a slight burst of intensity in the mid-palate. I bought the 2006, don’t remember the 2007 but will buy the 2008.