92-95 Points, Robert Parker/Wine Advocate #172 Aug 2007. Beautiful notes of orange blossoms, lemon oil, assorted tropical fruits, white currants, rose water, and spice emerge from the 2006 Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc (60% Roussanne, 30% Grenache Blanc, and 10% Picpoul). Full-bodied, rich, intense, dry, and stony in its minerality, this superb dry white should age nicely for 4-5 years or longer.

92 Points, Josh Raynolds/Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Nov/Dec 07. Pale gold. Vibrant quince and green apple on the nose, with energetic citrus zest and minerals adding energy. Sharply focused lime and apple flavors are impressively balanced and clean, with slow-building honey and tangerine adding depth. Finishes with impressively pure, vibrant citrus flavors and excellent length. A very fresh blend.