Hay, grass and intoxicating garden-vegetable notes waft from the nose. It almost has the apple-citrus texture and flavor of a sparkling wine; Afterward, though, it tastes green and granite-y, like licking cilantro off a mortar and pestle. It's a little thin, and finishes long with minerals, fresh herb and a bit too bright of a citrus-acid note.——D.T.(12/15/2001)—— 85

Fresh and light; the grapefruit and gooseberry aromas and flavors are tinged with capsicum and green peas. The residual sugar is noticeable, at 6–7 g/L, but balanced by brisk acidity.——J.C.(5/1/2001)—— 86

Opens with buttery, citrus and smoky aromas. Rich and creamy, with great texture: steely, crisp and bold. Washes the palate with waves of citrus and spice flavors. Clean as a whistle, and what a bargain. Best Buy.——S.H.(8/1/1999)—— 88