INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR –FEB/JAN 09 – JOSH REYNOLDS

– 90 – one-quarter each roussanne, clairette, grenache blanc and bourboulenc. Greenish gold. Pure, expressive aromas of pear, orange, honey, smoke and chamomile; reminds me of Burgundy. Fleshy orchard fruit flavors are brightened by gentle citrus and mineral qualities, picking up nutmeg and allspice with air. Quite suave, with excellent finishing clarity and smoky persistence.