Bold, with lots of apricot, nectarine, peach and melon flavors, but all backed by racy acidity and a long, minerally finish, where hints of spice, blanched almond and white flowers chime in. Unique in profile and with a lot of range. Chenin Blanc, Grenache Blanc, Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne and Chardonnay. Drink now through 2008. 350 cases made, 120 cases imported.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Swartland Select to Add

Loosely based on the white wines of southern France, this wine—fresh and creamy blend of Viognier, Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay and Grenache Blanc, offers toast and spice with an interplay of fresh fruit giving an intense, lush character to the wine. Good natural acidity is an added bonus. The flavors are big but very pretty. Imported by European Cellars. ——S.K.(7/1/2007)—— 89