"A rich, serious and classy effort, the 2012 Lirac Blanc La Reine des Bois is a blend of 30% Grenache Blanc and then equal parts Clairette, Roussanne, Marsanne, Viognier and Picpoul. It offers knockout white peach, buttered citrus, lime peel and edgy minerality to go with a gorgeously textured, rich, yet brilliantly focused profile on the palate. Mixing richness and freshness perfectly, it is well worth the effort to track down and should drink nicely for 2-3 years, possibly longer. Drink now-2017.- JD"
Wine Advocate (Jeb Dunnuck, Issue #209, October 2013), 92 pts
Go To Mordoree Lirac Blanc Reine des Bois
"It’s basically one-third each Grenache Blanc, Roussanne and Viognier, but the Viognier speaks loudest in the finished wine. Apricot and peppery-gingery spice notes mark the nose, while the texture is bolstered by Viognier’s phenolic content without becoming bitter. Drink now through 2015. — J.C."
"Pale yellow. Lively aromas of green apple, lemon zest and jasmine, backed by a subtle mineral note. Dry and racy on entry, offering bitter pear skin and citrus fruit flavors and a touch of anise. Closes on a spicy note, showing good length and a lingering ginger quality. - Josh Raynolds"
"This lively white shows enticing yellow apple, melon rind and white peach flavors, liberally laced with honeysuckle and quinine notes. Energetic finish. Drink now. 1,250 cases made. - JM"
"A smokin’ white, the 2014 Lirac Cuvee de la Reine des Bois Blanc sports a light gold color to go with tons of citrus blossom, crushed rock, hints of peach, and more brioche and nuttiness (even though this was raised all in stainless steel) developing on the finish. It has terrific freshness, good overall richness and an impeccably balanced feel, all of which will allow it to drink nicely for 2-4 years. - Jeb Dunnuck"