Linne Calodo: Contrarian 2006
2006 ~$40US, 68% Roussanne and 32% Viognier, Paso Robles, CA
Chalky minerality was the first impression - followed by peach, floral notes, and almonds on the nose. Unfortunately spritzy, and not by design. A zingy entry (tiny bubbles), revealing a full-bodied, lush and soft wine in the mouth. Peach cobbler and peach nectar (the juice from the canned fruit coctail…) notes coming through very clear. Delicious with a sweet and long finish, but lacking in acidity to give it any backbone. Great flavors, but presented in a disappointing way - it didn’t pair particularly well with food. Not a rebuy, but I am curious to try more new and old-world Roussannes and Viogniers. Possibly too young at this point - perhaps the bubbles die down with cellaring?