This is 100% Grenache Blanc, still very rare in Washington, especially as a varietal bottling. It’s got plenty of acid, lighter fruit flavors and less heat in the finish than the McCrea Viognier. Fruit flavors are melon with hints of grapefruit and pineapple, but the styling overall is definitely restrained, almost European.——P.G.(12/31/2008)—— 88