The whites of the Rhône valley tend to be big, rich, floral, and often long-lived. While the rosés are dry, crisp and delicious!
Peay Vineyards, 2006 Estate Syrah "La Bruma"
-- $47.00
-- This wine has quickly becoming my benchmark for domestic Syrah, the champion against which every challenger is judged.
Trou de Bonde 2006 Grenache Blanc
-- $20.00
-- Yes, you read that right - Grenache BLANC. It's the white mutation of this common red grape, and it's equally delish!