90; 40% clairette, 30% grenache blanc and 15% each of roussanne and bourboulenc. Pale yellow. Sexy aromas of pear, melon, brown spices and honeysuckle, plus a hint of toasty lees. Fleshy orchard and citrus flavors stain the palate and are braced by tangy minerals. Really clings on the finish, with the leesy quality strongly repeating. This is powerful enough to serve with richly sauced poultry dishes.
**** (17) – Rich bouquet, apricot, vanilla, pepper. Good, beefy shoulders with underlying finesse. Very nice. Drink 2009-2023
90 – represents 7% of this estate’s Châteauneuf-du-Pape production. Is an unusual blend of 40% Clairette, 30% Grenache blanc, and the rest equal parts Roussane and Bourboulenc. One of the most consistent and finest of the white Châteauneuf-du-Pape, it offers up a floral character (reminiscent of Viognier) along with with white currants, and hints of rose water and honey. It possesses medium to full body, crisp, zesty acidity, superb purity, and an elegant mouthfeel. Enjoy it over the next several years