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Wine Details
Price:
$35.00 per bottle
Description:
The profile of the 2005 Estate Viognier falls in between the 2003 and the 2004 Peay Vineyards Viognier. The nose is lifted with orange blossoms, lemongrass and linalool with hints of candied ginger. On the palate the Viognier expresses the crisp acidity and limestone minerality that reveals its cool climate origin and pairs well with coconut milk, ginger, coriander and other spices commonly used in Thai as well as in seafood dishes. Aromas of green papaya, white peach and chalk intermingle as the wine carries across the tongue. The finish is clean with snappy acidity and medium to long length. We usually suggest you drink Viognier within 2-3 years of release but we recently tasted our 2001 and 2002 Viogniers and they are still developing beautifully.
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Varietal Definition
Viognier:
The most acclaimed white wine grape from France's Rhône Valley, Viognier is a highly aromatic varietal, with a flavor profile that could include peach, apricot, nectarine, lichee, musk and flower blossom. The heady perfume of this varietal is one of its trademarks, although its flavors are sometimes problematic in matching with food. However, it does well with lobster, crab and moderately flavored fish. Use it as an apéritif as an alternative to Chardonnay. The "Rhône Rangers" in California have done an excellent job promoting this varietal.
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