By way of background: Jean-Luc Colombo Les Abeilles Cotes du Rhone Blanc, 2008, is from the Cornas-based winemaker and negociant, Jean-Luc Colombo. He is known for producing traditional French grapes with a bit more "new world" flair.
The white version of "Les Abeilles" - meaning "bees" in French - is a blend of southern Rhone white grapes, including 40% clairette, 30% grenache blanc, 20% viognier and 10% roussanne. into what is termed a Cotes du Rhone Blanc. It is finished at 12.5% alcohol. Earlier, Spirit of Wine awarded three stars and a best value nod to the red version of this wine, Les Abeilles Rouge, 2007.In the glass: Les Abeilles Blanc is transparent to light yellow in the glass.
On the nose: Aromas are moderately bold, pushing a squeaky, sweet metallic sheen into your nostrils.
On the palate: You detect a dry honey upper-palate flavor as the first note, just a bit resembling a dry honey mead. Citrus, pineapple acid notes carry the honey-esque overtones into the crevices of your mouth and jaws. Just a bit of slickness follows.
And the finish: Clean and moderately lengthy, extended by the clingy acids.
In summary: A tangy, bright, moderately intense experience, solid two stars on the five-star Spirit of Wine scale, with a plus for its lively, friendly nature and decent balance. Good value at its bargain price.
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