Viognier 2015
Wine Specs
Vintage
2015
Varietal
Viognier
Harvest Date
9/20/15
Acid
6.5 g/l
pH
3.58
Aging
6 months in tank and French oak
Fermentation
Tank and barrel
Bottling Date
3/23/16
Residual Sugar
dry
Alcohol %
13.2
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Aromas of dried apricot, white flower blosson, green melon and flavors of lime, peach and cantaloupe can be found in our newest vintage of Viognier. Winner of the double-gold in the International Fingerlakes Competition, the Viognier was aged 6 months in French oak for a nicely balanced palette, and a dry finish. Enjoy with grilled chicken
Wine Specs
Vintage
2015
Varietal
Viognier
Harvest Date
9/20/15
Acid
6.5 g/l
pH
3.58
Aging
6 months in tank and French oak
Fermentation
Tank and barrel
Bottling Date
3/23/16
Residual Sugar
dry
Alcohol %
13.2
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Aromas of dried apricot, white flower blosson, and green melon.
Flavors of lime, peach and cantaloupe.
Vineyard Notes
Heavy shale and limestone slopes with south/southeast aspect between 1000'-1200' elevation. Dry farmed using sustainable practices.
Production Notes
1/3 fermented in tank, 2/3 fermented in French oak barrel.
Winemaker Notes
2015 was a good vintage in Virginia with consistently warm, dry weather throughout the growing season. The fruit came in with good phenolics, and balanced chemistry. Whites were picked about 2 weeks earlier than previous years, but with optimal ripeness.
Food Pairing Notes
https://www.rappahannockcellars.com/recipes/Chicken-Breasts-Dijon
Production
600 cases