The 2011 St.-Peray Le Mialan includes some Roussanne in the blend, but is dominated by its Marsanne component. Honeysuckle, rose water, poached pear and crushed rock characteristics are all present in this medium-bodied, complex, dry white. It is reminiscent of a Chablis from northern Burgundy. The quality of Ferraton’s wines has been increasing with nearly every new vintage thanks to the efforts of Michel Chapoutier and his number one assistant, P.H. Morel, who has the responsibilities for these wines. I have included a few Southern Rhones that were not reviewed in Issue #203. Some of the 2011 white wines are in bottle, but the more serious cuvees are still in barrel. Ferraton produced four lieu-dit offerings in 2011, which I tasted with Michel Chapoutier and Pierre-Henri Morel. Importer: A French Paradox, Peoria, IL; tel. (309) 682-8994