93 Par James Suckling
Aromas of lemon pith, dried pear, fennel and crushed stones. Some white lavender and praline, too. It’s medium-bodied with bright acidity and a layered, focused and compact palate. Mineral and subtly spiced. Serious, yet very fresh. Drink now or hold.
91 Par Robert Parker
Notes of sweet orchard fruit, lemongrass, confit citrus and new oak introduce the 2019 Virginie de Valandraud Blanc, a medium to full-bodied, richly layered wine that remains bright and precise, concluding with a chalky finish.
91 Par Wine Spectator
There's just a light kiss of toast along the edges of this vibrant and racy version, with tarragon and thyme notes leading off, followed by light lime and lemon pith hints on the quinine-stitched finish. Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Sauvignon Gris. Drink now through 2023. 1,000 cases made. — JM
Aromas of lemon pith, dried pear, fennel and crushed stones. Some white lavender and praline, too. It’s medium-bodied with bright acidity and a layered, focused and compact palate. Mineral and subtly spiced. Serious, yet very fresh. Drink now or hold.