Evesham Wood Cuvée J Pinot Noir 2023

97 points Decanter: "The Cuvée J is a barrel selection, with the top six barrels from Le Puits Sec in each vintage making it into what is a dazzling Pinot Noir. Aromas of candied raspberries, round florals, and beautiful blood orange freshness. The palate brilliantly balances juicy red strawberries and savoury notes of mint and raspberry leaf, with taut saline minerality that provides a brilliant finish and serious longevity for the patient." 2022 vintage notes 97 points Paul Gregutt: "This is a barrel selection from the estate vineyard, made with a ‘proprietary’ yeast that the winery believes is best noted in the texture of the wine. No question that texture is a strong suit across the entire portfolio; here playing a significant role in the overall mouthfeel and palate impression. Texture and density go hand in hand, and this wine has them in spades. Blackberry and black cherry fruit, a strong wash of composted earth, coffee grounds, tar, black tea, tobacco… on and on. A fascinating,