Bright and fresh, with white peach, blanched almond, melon and verbena notes layered seamlessly together. Offers a friendly, rounded finish. Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Roussanne and Bourboulenc. Drink now through 2020. 1,500 cases made, 495 cases imported.

Mainly (80%) Grenache Blanc vinified and aged (briefly) in stainless steel, the 2018 Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc les Hauts de Barville is medium to full-bodied, with predominantly citrus flavors. In the realm of white Châteauneuf, it's relatively lean and crisp, with tangerine and lime notes that hint at citrus pith on the finish. Tasted twice (once blind), with consistent notes.