2022 Chateauneuf du Pape la Fontaine Blanc
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Always all Roussanne, the 2022 Châteauneuf du Pape La Fontaine Blanc comes from organically grown grapes and was brought up entirely in oak. It's a brilliant white that would compete with a Grand Cru White Burgundy with its smoky stone fruits, brioche, crushed stone, and floral aromatics. Full-bodied on the palate, with a deep, layered mouthfeel, huge richness, and a great finish, this is legit awesome white wine that I'd be thrilled to have in the cellar. I love it today yet see no reason it shouldn't evolve gracefully for at least a decade.
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Jeb Dunnuck
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The brassy-hued 2022 Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc La Fontaine is all Roussanne, barrel fermented and matured in 50% new oak. Grilled pineapple and peaches abound on the nose, while the full-bodied palate is lush and expansive, with a lingering finish that's tinged with vanilla. This big beauty sure packs in plenty of intense flavor.