La Vieille Ferme Blanc is perennially one of the best white wine values in the market. The Perrin Family of Château de Beaucastel in Châteauneuf-du-Pape launched the brand in the United States in 1980. Now, four decades later, it remains a lovely example of southern French white wine. The 2020 is a blend of Grenache Blanc, Bourboulenc, Ugni Blanc and Vermentino – an exotic mix to be sure, but typical of southern Rhône viticulture. It has a floral freshness at the nose with peach, pear, lime and lemon fruits backed by hints of citrus peel and Provençal herbs. On the palate, it shows peach, pear and citrus fruits underlain by a full texture and elements of herbs and lemon zest. Today, La Vieille Ferme is readily available in multiple sizes as well as boxes. If you want a well-made dry white at a great price, give it a try.
La Vieille Ferme, Vin de France Blanc (France) 2020
By Wayne Belding