Nose
Mineral laced, clean, and balanced, this Viognier shows exotic citrusy and flowery aromatics with hints of orange blossom and mint.
Palate
Nice mid-palate concentration with tangerine and apricot flavors. With time in the glass, flavors of Asian pear and apple emerge. The zesty finish lingers nicely with just a touch of citrus peel. This wine is intended to be enjoyed at the dinner table.
Winemaking
This Viognier showcases the purity of the fruit while reflecting this tremendous vineyard. I used a very long, cool primary fermentation of ninety days to maintain freshness, aromatics, and a fruit-forward style. The wine underwent partial secondary fermentation, which was arrested about halfway through the process to maintain a high level of acidity and freshness, and to maintain balance with the fruit.
Aging
Fermented and aged in stainless steel, the wine was aged on lees, which were stirred once a week during its five-month maturation process.
