Château Pégau, Domaine du Pégau's little brother, is a tiny 7 ha vineyard owned by the talented and bubbly Laurence Féraud. The 2012 Cuvée Lône ($18.35, more info) is a white Côtes-du-Rhône, exhibiting great floral and citrus aromas and showing off a resfreshing crisp palate.

Once again, Robert Parker fell in love with the lady and the wine :''a lively, fresh and citrus-laced effort that gives up medium-bodied richness and a clean finish. A perfect mid-week drinker''. (Oct. 2013). Good verve and solid purity. Drink now.

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Built in 1060, Château de Brézé is a historical site, known for its rich and evocative wines, as well as for the nobility who has lived there. The 2011 Saumur ($19.60$, more info) is a Chenin Blanc of good aromatic intensity, with hints of white fruit and flowers. On the palate, it displays flavors of green apple, hazelnut and quince, with good acidity and a buttery mouthfeel, leading to a long finish.