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2012 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc (aged for eight months in 70% stainless steel tanks and 30% wooden barrels): Brilliant yellow. Powerful aromas of dried citrus and pit fruits, pear skin, melon and honey; smoky mineral and floral nuances build with air.

Pliant, palatestaining pit fruit and orchard fruit flavors are lifted and sharpened by a suggestion of bitter citrus pith. Shows impressive depth as well as vivacity, finishing on a very persistent mineral note and with excellent cling