By Richard Jennings
(Château Sixtine Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc) Barrel sample - light yellow color; appealing, aromatic, nutty, almond, lanolin, tart pear nose; tasty, silky textured, very tart peach, mineral, tart pear, almond, lanolin palate with good acidity; should go 20-25 years; medium-plus finish (100% Roussanne) 93-94 points2/8/2013, (See more on RJonWine.com...) 93 points