One of the finest white Chateauneuf du Papes the sisters have yet made is the 2008 Chateauneuf du Pape blanc (only 200 cases produced). A blend of 80% Roussanne and 20% Bourboulenc, it offers lovely floral, honeysuckle, and rose petal aromas intermixed with notions of pears, white peaches, and quince. The expressive aromatics are followed by an intense, full-bodied wine displaying terrific acidity and minerality. A striking dry white wine, it should drink well for 2-4 years or longer. One of the appellation’s great traditional names as well as one of the many biodynamically farmed vineyards of the area, sisters Sophie and Catherine Armenier run this estate with extreme passion and attention to detail. As I have indicated in the past, this family can trace its origins back to the mid-14th century. Domaine de Marcoux owns some very old vines from which they produce nearly 3,000 cases of their regular Chateauneuf du Pape, and about 400-500 cases of the Vieilles Vignes. Importer: Eric Solomon, European Cellars, Charlotte, NC; tel. (704) 358-1565