The white village wine from Gratallops is the 2016 FA 104. It's made from Garnacha Blanca fermented with selected yeasts in acacia and chestnut barrels and matured for four months with the lees. It has an agreeable varietal nose and a lightish palate with some sweetness, combining ripeness, alcohol, acidity and a little sweetness. 1,200 bottles.

A lovely and unusual Bergamot-like citrus-blossom note runs through this attractive wine. The full nose displays hay and creamy nougat, and the mouth is a melange of orange, almond and herb flavors. This solid white has unique character and closes long, with citrus and nut flavors and a fine spicy back-bouquet. Worth seeking out, this is reminiscent of some Rhone whites. —M.M.——M.M.(4/1/2002)—— 88