Grand Cru Wine Merchants

The 2009 White (Roussanne/Viognier) was aged in a combination of cement and barrel, but saw extended contact with the skins, which has given the wine an intense but cloudy color. It is a dazzling wine endowed with sensual perfume and layers of fruit that emerge from its expressive, creamy frame. Simply put, it is stunning, but readers should be aware of the unconventional (for these parts) approach to winemaking. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017. -94pts WA