Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Viognier
Appellation
High Valley
pH
3.66
Bottling Date
07/11/2023
Alcohol %
14.9
2022 Viognier
Double GOLD *Lake County Fair
In Stock
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Comforting aromas of honeysuckle, juicy pear and delicate chamomile are on full display in our latest vintage of Estate Viognier. On the palate, hints of richness show through in the form of thick honeycomb and lemon custard. It is lively and full bodied, right through to its long and seamless finish.
Vineyard Notes
Our home ranch on the westside of the High Valley AVA has been known as “High Serenity Ranch” for over one hundred years. The blocks planted to this idyllic site include Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier and Gewurztraminer. Each block is comprised of ancient lakebed and alluvial soils from the surrounding mountain range. The transverse valley winds create some of the coolest sites in Lake County. The lower temperatures on the valley floor allow for diurnal temperature swings of more than forty degrees, enhancing flavor development while the retaining a crisp acidity.
Production Notes
Suggested Release Date 10/11/23
Winemaker Notes
To ensure peak acidity and freshness upon arrival to the winery, we harvested our grape in the early morning. After gentle pressing, we allowed the juice to cold settle overnight. The juice was then racked off heavy lees and fermented in small stainless-steel tanks. After fermentation the new wine was aged separately in stainless-steel vessels and a concrete tank. Sur lie aging with battonage (lees stirring) once a week created additional body, texture and viscosity in the wine. We then re-blended the wine to create the optimal flavor and aroma profile. This wine was aged 9 months, lightly fined and filtered before bottling for maximum freshness and clarity.
Production
214 cases bottled
Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Viognier
Appellation
High Valley
pH
3.66
Bottling Date
07/11/2023
Alcohol %
14.9