2021 Viognier
A rich expression in a classic dry style
$30
Retail
$24
About the Wine
Viognier’s rich texture, aromas of ripe stone fruit, citrus, and tropical fruit, and haunting floral perfume have taken this traditional northern Rhône variety from near extinction in the 1960s to a popular variety in the New World. Paso Robles, with its Rhône influence, has been a new refuge for this grape, and the 2021 Viognier is an appealing expression of this variety’s potential. Its full-bodied, drier style, mouth-filling texture, and long finish have made this wine a favorite, especially for wine drinkers who normally don’t venture into the white zone.
Tasting Notes
Body
Appearance
Clear, bright, and pale straw in the glass with slow forming, thick tears.
Aroma
Aromatic with yellow apple, ripe stone fruit, orange zest, cantaloupe, white flowers, chamomile, and crushed limestone.
Palate
Full-bodied, dry, and richly textured with Asian pear, ripe peach, and melon on entry, with notes of lemon verbena and honeycomb on the midpalate. The finish is long and layered with rooibos tea, citrus blossom, and wet stone.
Key Features
Appellation
Paso Robles
Fermentation
Whole-cluster-pressed, barrel-fermented in neutral French oak with X5 yeast
Maturation
7 months sur-lie aged
Alcohol
15.0%
SUGGESTED FOOD PAIRINGS
Flavorful Cheeses
The 2021 JUSTIN Viognier is a complex wine with a round mouthfeel and lively acidity, making it the ideal companion for sautéed scallops over an almond rice pilaf. In general, Viognier is a great accompaniment to a wide variety of cheeses, but when in the mood for something different, try this bold, textured white wine with a flavorful, washed-rind cheese, such as Taleggio.
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