Still showing nicely (I normally like this cuvee more in its youth), the 2004 Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc (close to equal parts Grenache Blanc, Clairette and Roussanne, with 10% Bourboulenc) is straightforward and well-made, with plenty of freshness and purity on both the nose and palate. Golden apples, tinges of minerality and flowers all emerge from the glass and it is medium-bodied, lightly textured and balanced. Drink it over the coming couple of years. Winemaker Baptiste Grangeon hit a home run with his 2004s, and both his Vieilles Vignes and cuvee Renaissance are some of the top wines in the vintage. They show uncommon depth and richness, with big textures, loads of fruit and solid structure. While they’re both a joy to drink now, I see no reason they won’t continue to evolve gracefully (especially the Renaissance).