Bonny Doon 2014 Le Cigare Blanc Reserve White (Central Coast)

Country: US / California
Variety: Rhône-style White Blend
Winery: Bonny Doon / Le Cigare Blanc Reserve

There’s a compellingly nutty warmth to the nose of this reserve blend of 66% Grenache Blanc and 34% Roussanne, with pecan and cashew aromas as well as more tart scents of key lime peels and lemon mousse. It lands heavily on the palate with roasted banana flavors and a buttery midpalate, but it is cut immediately by a kumquat tartness. Fascinating sipper.