Château de Nages Héritage Blanc 2020

A step up, the 2020 Costières De Nîmes Heritage Blanc (which was previously releases under the Vieilles Vignes label) is 50% Grenache Blanc, 30% Roussanne, 15% Clairette, and the rest Viognier. Beautiful crushed citrus, toasted spice, sappy herbs, and a kiss of white flowers emerge on the nose, and it's medium-bodied, with a building, layered texture and bright acidity. Brought up eight months in a mix of barrels and concrete, it's going to shine for 2-4 years, although there's no need to delay gratification. Score - 91. (jebdunnuck.com, Jan. 25, 2022) 750 mL bottle