Château Bouscassé, Les Jardins Philosophiques, Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh Sec, Southwest France 2016

From one of the properties of Madiran titan Alain Brumont comes this showcase for the Petit Courbu grape. Deep sunshine yellow in the glass, the exotic aromas spill over, encompassing rich honey, mango, ripe apricot, fresh orange and candied peel. It’s enticing, full-bodied and fat, with just enough lift.