J.L. Chave Crozes-Hermitage Blanc "Sybele"2005

Straw/yellow.

Low key, non-descript nose - hints of almond extract, citrus and white peach.

Round and mouth-coating, but this has mineral cut. In fact, it is quite precise in the mouth, largely due to good acidity and strong minerality. Flavors include ripe lemon, almond paste and a citrus zest character in the finish that has nice synergy with mineral chew. Long, subtle finish - almond paste and meal.

I assume this is basically 100% Marsanne.

$30