Tasted out of barrel, the 2014 Saint Péray Fleur de Crussol is the top white of the estate and checks in as 100% Marsanne that’s brought up all in barrel, with plenty of lees contact. It offers lots of golden fruits, buttered lemon, dried herbs and a kiss of minerality to go with a medium-bodied, nicely balanced, textured style on the palate. I was able to taste this twice, in a larger appellation tasting and then during my visit at the domaine, and in both cases, the lees component really stood out. Nevertheless, I suspect it will come together nicely once in bottle and have 5-6 years of longevity.

Bright and engaging, with a honeysuckle accent to the succulent melon and peach fruit. A long, lightly toasted macadamia nut hint echoes on the finish. Drink now. 500 cases made, 42 cases imported.??–JM??Region: France / Northern Rh?ne / St.-Péray Select to Add