I enjoyed the 2008 Le Pigoulet de Brunier blanc, a blend of equal parts Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, and Clairette. It offers honeyed grapefruit and other assorted citrus notes in a light-bodied, refreshing style. Consume it over the next year. Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 524-1524

The Bruniers have introduced a value-priced 2007 Le Pigoulet de Brunier Blanc fashioned from Grenache Blanc and Clairette. This elegant, tank-vinified and aged offering displays crisp acids, plenty of white currant and floral notes, and a fresh, medium-bodied personality. It is ideal for drinking over the next year. This venerable estate, long run by the Brunier family, is a consistent source for fabulous wines.Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 524-1524