From the Brunier\’s Domaine La Roquete estate and sandy soils, the 2012 La Roquete Blanc is an even split of Grenache Blanc, Clairette and Roussanne that\’s aged in 50% demi-muids and 50% barrels. Offering up notions of honeysuckle, melon, dried pineapple and mineral aromas and flavors, it is medium-bodied, beautifully textured and shows both richness and freshness. I\’d drink it over the coming 2-3 years, but I suspect it will evolve gracefully for years. Drink now-2017 . 90 pts
A plump version, with heather, salted butter and phyllo dough notes around a core of apricot, white peach and green melon fruit flavors, offering a creamy finish. 93