Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-Du-Pape Blanc Vieilles Vignes 2012 brand_Barone Pizzini Ruby red in color with

Ruby red in color with amaranthine nuances and a rich medium deep color

but this vintage is on the ripe side and I’d reduce the drinking window by a few years

in globally popular drinks such as the Melon Martini and the Melon Sour

which crops out occasionally

Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-Du-Pape Blanc Vieilles Vignes 2012 brand_Barone Pizzini Ruby red in color with2012 Chteauneuf du Pape Blanc (aged for eight months in 70% stainless steel tanks and 30% wooden barrels): Brilliant yellow. Powerful aromas of dried citrus and pit fruits, pear skin, melon and honey; smoky mineral and floral nuances build with air. Pliant, palatestaining pit fruit and orchard fruit flavors are lifted and sharpened by a suggestion of bitter citrus pith. Shows impressive depth as well as vivacity, finishing on a very persistent mineral