The 2016 Pape Star Blonde is made up of 80% Grenache Blanc and 20% Roussanne. It has a pretty nose with grapefruit and quince hints plus lime peel, saline, white peach and white flowers with a wicked streak of crushed rock minerality. Medium to full-bodied, it has great mineral-driven character with a good core of citrus fruit, zesty acidity and a long, textured finish. 92 pts
93 Points: "The 2016 Sparkling Zero Chenin Blanc Jurassic Park is a rich, vinous wine that shows the more savory side of Chenin to great effect. Pear, dried almond, sage and dried flowers all open with some time in the glass. Intense fruit and the no dosage style make for a potent sparkling wine that will be at its best at the dinner table. This is serious juice." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous
The 2018 Grenache Blanc Alisos Vineyard is another gorgeous wine in this range from Kunin. Specifically, the 2018 has striking mid-palate texture and voluptuousness to play off the brighter notes that are so typical of Grenache Blanc. Orchard fruit, white flowers, and mint are some of the notes that shape the silky, pliant finish. 92 pts
