Grenache Blanc doesn't get enough respect. That may be because in Europe, it doesn't do as well and is used as a blending grape, seldom on its own. In California, however, there are many examples of Grenache Blanc being bottled independently and some of those are quite good. This is one of them. Tablas Creek specializes in Rhone varietals and while this wine is not sold en masse, it is available at the winery. Light golden in color. The nose has nice pear notes with some anise and slight salinity. On the palate, the pears continue along with some honeydew notes and underlying chalkiness. Nice texture. Smooth and easy drinking. This will go well with lighter summer foods and salads. It probably should be drunk up in the next couple of years though.
