marsanne

Troon Vineyard Kubli Bench Blanc

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
Marsanne and Viognier were fermented together, then aged for 6 months in mature oak, to make this full-bodied white blend. The color is translucent, with barely a hint of straw. The nose has some fruit and a touch of must, apples, peaches, and magnolias. Pears and peaches lead on the Read More

Marsanne goes solo in Australia

Lisa Johnston
Wine Spotlight
5 min read
Marsanne is on the up. Slowly, but surely. The reality is that globally so few bottles containing this erstwhile grape declare it loud and proud. It’s enough to give a grape a self-esteem issue. In its homeland, along the Rhône River, it may be blended to form a savory-edged partnership Read More

2012 John Duval “Plexus” White Blend

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
This is a floral treat from John Duval, the former Chief Winemaker at Penfolds. A bowl of aromatic white flowers blow up from the glass, followed by poached pear. The palate is just as floral. Magnolias and citrus blossoms, with poached pears, make up the initial flavors on the palate. Read More