Raymond Usseglio, Chateauneuf Du Pape Pure Roussanne Blanc Vintage:2015 Almost unnaturally so

Almost unnaturally so

This impressive effort is clearly built-to-age and is going to need it

But this grip and structure are welcome and don't dominate the spiciness and persistence of the fruit

expressing fine tannins

Raymond Usseglio, Chateauneuf Du Pape Pure Roussanne Blanc Vintage:2015 Almost unnaturally soPale gold. Vibrant, mineral accented aromas of fresh pear, Meyer lemon and anise pick up hints of iodine and pungent flowers with air. Juicy and seamless on the palate, offering densely packed orchard and pit fruit flavors that are sharpened by a refreshingly bitter lemon pith flourish. Opens up slowly with air and finishes silky, gently sweet and very long, leaving vibrant citrus pith and mineral notes behind. Josh Raynolds