Raymond Usseglio, Chateauneuf Du Pape Pure Roussanne Blanc other_regions_italy culminating in a stupendously long

culminating in a stupendously long finish that offers intense minerality

A highly spiced nose speaks of anise

The palate is medium-bodied with very supple tannins

all surrounded by jammy flavors of cherry confit and blackberry marmalade

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Raymond Usseglio, Chateauneuf Du Pape Pure Roussanne Blanc other_regions_italy culminating in a stupendously longPale gold. Vibrant, mineral accented aromas of fresh pear, Meyer lemon and anise pick up hints of iodine and pungent flowers with air. Juicy and seamless on the palate, offering densely packed orchard and pit fruit flavors that are sharpened by a refreshingly bitter lemon pith flourish. Opens up slowly with air and finishes silky, gently sweet and very long, leaving vibrant citrus pith and mineral notes behind. Josh Raynolds