A lively nose of white flowers, pear and nectarine all translate to palate flavors in a dry style with a creamy mid palate and a crisp finish that brings a little oak toast and spice forward. Partial malolactic fermentation keeps freshness while adding gravitas, leaving a wine with real push and elegance. It shows that winemaker Patrick Muran is really coming into his own. Contains 52% Grenache Blanc, 33% Marsanne and 15% Roussanne. 14.2% alcohol.
Niner Wine Estates, Willow Creek District, Paso Robles (Central Coast, California) 2019
By Rich Cook