ABV: 14.5%
Case/Bottle Size: 6 x 75cl
Region/Country: California, USA
Grape: Viognier 100%
Features: Vegetarian, Vegan, Sustainable
Closure: Screw cap
Winemaker: Charlie Tsegeletos
Appellation: North Coast
Allergen info: Contains sulphites and no other allergens

Production

Viognier is a tricky grape to grow in that it buds out early and is susceptible to frost. Also, its thick skins require patience to get the full flavour potential of the grape. The vines basked in the sun during the day and were cooled at night which contributes to this Viognier’s full-body weight and nice acidity. This varietal comes from the Northern Rhône Valley in France. Presumed to have arrived from Dalmatia and transported to the Rhone 1,700 years ago by Romans. There are only 2,000 acres of this variety in California at this time. The grapes were handpicked and de-stemmed without being crushed then immediately pumped to the tank press where the juice was gently squeezed from the grapes. Juice was pumped to a stainless steel fermenting tank and the wine was chilled and settled overnight. The juice was then racked (decanted) off the grape solids and inoculated with a pure strain of wine yeast. Fermentation proceeded at a cool 50 degrees F to preserve the lovely fruit character and kept in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks.

Tasting notes

Wonderfully fragrant with notes of pithy stone fruits, bight jasmine and honeysuckle. The palate follows through with a richness of fruit including ripe peach and apricot. The finish is given finesse by the refreshing acidity.

Food match

Pairs well with Gruyere or Camembert cheese, sushi, or tarragon chicken.