The 2010 Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape blanc is slightly more closed than its 2011 counterpart as it has been in the bottle for nearly a year. Again 80% Roussanne and 20% Grenache blanc vinified in tank the wine displays the typical tropical fruit notes intermixed with rose petals crushed rock spring flowers and a rather exotic somewhat tropical character but tangerines dominate the fruit spectrum. Drink it over the next 4-5 years. -Robert Parker

A blend of 80% barrel fermented Roussanne 15% Grenache blanc and 5% other varieties the 2010 Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc would most likely be the white of the vintage if it wasn't for its sibling. Boasting fantastic aromas of grilled peaches apricot jam subtle buttered toast and wet stone like nuances on the nose the wine is medium to full-bodied with a layered rich texture superb freshness and a very long finish. Like the Vieilles Vignes this should be consumed during its first 3-4 years and then after a decade. It should age brilliantly for decades. - Jeb Dunnuck

Juicy up front with lively star fruit peach and yellow apple fruit this turns plush and languid with alluring grilled hazelnut sweetened butter and warm piecrust notes filling in on the finish. Sneakily long thanks to the nicely integrated acidity. Roussanne Grenache Blanc Picardan Clairette and Bourboulenc. Drink now through 2015. -JM