"Crystalline in its purity, with filigreed mineral, quince, green almond and pear flavors. Sweet, but with a bright and elegant framework, and a long, lingering finish. Drink now through 2017. 2,000 cases made." 92 Points, Wine Spectator, March 13, 2007
"The 2005 Coteaux du Layon Carte d’Or smells of grilled pineapple, baked quince and apple, and anise. In the mouth, it exhibits succulent richness of quince and melon, with a more enveloping and creamy if less fresh or elegant impression than its 2004 counterpart. It finishes with impressive length, if a slight youthfully superficial sweetness which will diminish even as the wine adds complexity over the next 5-7 years." 89 Points, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate #172 (Aug 2007) | 
