Paul Jaboulet Aine Domaine de Thalabert Mule Blanche Crozes-Hermitage Blanc, Rhone, France 2022

A beautiful white Rhône from one of the region's most historic estates. Domaine de Thalabert Mule Blanche comes from old vines planted between 1956 and 1974 on the estate's historic vineyard, owned by Paul Jaboulet Aîné since 1834. Predominantly Marsanne with a touch of Roussanne, the 2022 offers expressive aromas of white peach, ripe pear, lemon zest, honeysuckle and toasted almonds. The palate is beautifully textured, combining ripe orchard fruit with fresh acidity, subtle spice and a lovely mineral, slightly saline finish. Fermented and aged in a combination of oak barrels and concrete vessels, this is a wonderfully balanced Rhône white with both richness and freshness. An excellent choice for lovers of serious white Burgundy and classic Northern Rhône whites.