2005 Monbousquet Blanc

Pale, bright yellow. Riper and more exotic on the nose than the 2006. Opulent, rich and fat, running more to lower-toned mirabelle and peach nectar than citrus fruits. This is intense and exotic, with considerable structure and a tannic impression. I would hold this for five years or so before pulling the cork.

Pale straw-yellow color. Slightly high-toned aromas of mirabelle, mint and licorice, with a hint of banana. Then sweet, fruity and fresh, with a grapefruit flavor joined by more exotic green tropical fruits. There's plenty of alcohol here, but the finishing flavor of underripe pineapple confers grip and verve.

More Burgundian than Bordeaux-like, Gerard Perse’s 2005 white Monbousquet exhibits rich, medium to full-bodied flavors of smoky oak, mango, white peaches, honeysuckle, and nectarine. While delicious, its aging potential is suspect, and I suggest consuming it over the next 4-5 years Apr 2008, www.robertparker.com