and white blossom carried by the wine’s low‑alcohol
This single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc displays profound passionfruit and blackcurrant notes from arguably the most awarded vineyard in Marlborough
but with a slightly louder voice
lifted nose showing passionfruit and elderflower
and white‑flower notes that echo the producer’s description
Domaine La Barroche Châteauneuf-du-Pape Julien Barrot Malvasía Riojana and white blossom carried byThe palate is powerful, deep, and richly textured, opening with black cherry, raspberry liqueur, and plum wrapped in the domaines signature silky Grenache sweetness. Acidity is fresh and wellthreaded, giving lift to the wines density. Tannins are fine, longgrained, and quietly authoritative, carrying layers of garrigue herbs, licorice, and warm spice through the midpalate. A subtle line of crushed stone and dried lavender adds savoury tension beneath