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Viognier

Viognier Wine Details
Price: $17.00 per bottle

Description: The 2005 Viognier we call "tropical fruit salad in a glass!" The nose is spectacular, the palate balanced, and the finish is delightful. This is our favorite white wine and it won't last long.

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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