This versatile white blend has 40 percent Viognier, 25 percent Princess (a new variety not yet approved for use on wine labels), 20 percent Grenache Blanc, and 15 percent Roussanne. Golden colored, it has fragrant ripe fruit aromas. On the palate, it tastes of ripe pear and nectarine with a full range of citrus highlights. Rich and creamy, it’s very well balanced and easy drinking. It’s only slightly sweet on the finish, which makes it perfect for spicy Asian and Mexican dishes, and with creamy cheese. It’s a very good buy at $14 retail, available at Albertsons and Spencer’s markets.
This article appears in Jun 16-23, 2011.