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It’s driven and pure, full of citrus, fennel, and white peach, underpinned by a line of savoury, stony grip that runs the length of the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhole-bunch pressed and wild fermented, the wine spent 11 months in French and Austrian oak (20% new) before resting in tank prior to bottling. It’s elegant but full of character - a perfect reflection of both the site and Gareth Belton’s thoughtful, restrained approach in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Mineral drive and vivid aromas of sliced lemons, slate, citrus blossoms and phosphorous. The palate is mid-weighted with striking acidity and a generous texture. Minerals and stones in the mouthwatering finish. There’s a great core of tightly wound fruit. 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