I remember going to Unti some 6-7 years ago. I thought it was a charming little place. No frills with a folding table set up next to fermenting tanks and a host of gnats for company. The people were  genuine and sincere and a number of their wines really resonated with me. I still have a few bottles from that trip to Unti tucked away.

I was interested to read in their Fall newsletter about the introduction of a white wine into their portfolio. In 2004, they planted an experimental block (only 800 vines) of Grenache Blanc, Picpoul and Vermentino and the 2007 marked the first white wine release. TheCuvée Blanc is a blend of 53% Grenache Blanc, 24% Vermentino and 23% Picpoul. Only 98 cases were produced.

Very pale yellow in color. Aromatics of green apple and lemon peel. Lemon and key lime citrus with some apple on the palate. Seemed to lack richness, acidity and character.  I am an Unti fan, so pains me to say that I thought this would have been acceptable at $7 or $8 dollars a bottle, but especially disappointing at $24.

For a California white Rhône blend, the Tablas Creek Vineyard Côtes de Tablas Blanc 2006 is a much better option and also priced at $17-$19 a bottle.