2022 Raymond Usseglio Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc Tradition, Rhone Valley

A game changing white Chateauneuf-du-Pape! Already the freshness and purity of the apricot and Amalfi lemon aromas is mind-blowing. Then comes the incredibly elegant palate, combining the textural qualities that you find in great white Burgundy with the minerality and tension of top dry riesling. One-third clairette, one-third grenache blanc and one-third roussanne with a few percent of other traditional grape varieties. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink or hold.

96 points jamessuckling.com

Grenache blanc, Roussanne, Clairette, Piquepoul, wonderful ripe nose of apricot, sweet citrus, and lots of dark minerals. Perfectly balanced with lovely texture and length on the palate.