Doyenne Roussanne

I was able to attend another Wednesday Wine Committee this week and it did not disappoint (they never do). As normal, all wines are tasted blind (1 sparkler, 3 whites, 4 reds, 1 dessert).

I pegged this for a Chardonnay, but it definitely evolved towards the end of the meal. Light to medium acid and the malo seemed low, but it was hard to come to a decision. Most guessed west coast Chardonnay.

Delicious. Swear there was a hint of pumpkin, or maybe that was the turkey cooking in oven.

Gorgeous.

Can't mistake what it is on the nose. Insanely fresh. Curious to see where it'll be in 5 years+

This is the Rhone label. A single varietal roussanne. They focus on red mountain fruit 100% ciel du cheval vineyard, ripe peaches and apricot like fruit with honey and beeswax. Nice richness on the palate with a slightly oily texture with a nice zesty finish. Finish 40+ excellent

Floral and citrus aromas, tingly acidity balanced by a medium body, definite citrus notes... lemon and lime zest.

Decanted for a hour. This is really stunning.

Dry and pungent with lasting balanced minerality classically executed by DeLille. Green figs, montmorency cherries, and currants.

One of the better rosés I've had! Very smooth

Very good--orchard fruit, grapefruit, sea salt