An outstanding white that has a medium-bodied, fresh and elegant profile, the 2012 Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc (close to equal parts Grenache Blanc, Clairette and Roussanne) offers up lively, clean aromas and flavors of ripe peaches, citrus, melon and hints of dried flowers. Nicely balanced, with good acidity and the purity and freshness of the vintage, it should drink nicely for a handful of years. Drink now-2016.
These superb efforts are made by Eric Bonnet from his estate located in the northeastern sector of Chateauneuf du Pape.
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