Toasty and fully oaked, with peachy aromas along with vanilla. A custardy, rich wine partially fermented in new oak, this Marsanne-Roussannne blend delivers plenty of body and thickness; fortunately it has enough minerality, acidity and fruit to earn its grade. Best if you like Burgundian style with some obvious wood and related resin.——W.E.(10/15/2010)—— 90