The 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape blanc is very impressive. It is a blend of six grapes (Picpoul, Picardin, Bourboulenc, Roussanne, Clairette, and Grenache), aged 80% in stainless steel and 20% in small barrels. Elegant honeysuckle and pear notes are followed by a fresh, medium to full-bodied, nicely flavored and textured personality. This delicious white Chateauneuf du Pape is quite dry, with even a hint of minerality. It should be drunk over the next several years. Clos du Mont Olivet is one of the great estates of Chateauneuf du Pape. They have been estate bottling for over 80 years, and readers looking for classic, old-style, traditional as well as long-lived Chateauneuf du Papes have a beacon of reassurance with the Sabon family, who have run this large domaine so impeccably well. Various American importers including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300; David Hinkle, North Berkeley Imports, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 848-8910; Dionysus Imports, Manassas, VA; tel. (703) 392-7073; Ideal Wines and Spirits, Medford, MA; tel. (617) 395-3300; The Wine Company, St. Paul, MN; tel. (651) 487-1212; and Import Wines, Middleton, WI; tel. (608) 833-8622