South Australia, AustraliaAt Yalumba, the environmental philosophy begins with the "belief that sustainability never ends," so the winery continually strives to reduce its impact on the environment and the community to ensure they are around for generations to come. The Organic Viognier comes from the Babich family property at Loxton along the Murray River, the Bassham family vineyard in Barmera, and the Yarra Vale Vineyard in Virginia. It is all wild fermented and aged in place in stainless steel. The attack is richer and much more vibrant than the Y, with pronounced apricot and peach. The finish is equally striking with more of the same seasoned with honeydew, exotic flowers and spice. A classic bottle that would fool the French. Stock up at this price.Tasted: 05 May 2022Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$18.99
750ml
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AB
$18.99
750ml
private wine shops
Producer: Yalumba Wine CompanyDistributors: Negociants International Pacific Wine & Spirits Inc. Grape: ViognierCSPC: 622050UPC: 9311789001685
South Australia, AustraliaYalumba is credited with being the leading rescuer of Northern Rhone's viognier grape, close to slipping away to oblivion back in 1985 when there were only 32 hectares planted worldwide (and nearly entirely in the Rhone). Fast forward to today, when Yalumba is the largest producer of the grape, and viognier is healthfully planted and purchased around the globe. This organic viognier comes from the Babich family property, tucked up along the Murray River in Loxton, as well as the Bassham's family vineyard in Barmera, and Yarra Vale Vineyard in Virginia. This was native fermented in stainless, where it remained until bottling. The grape's characteristic apricot and lush peach are on display here, imbuing a cold cream palate that is scented with rose petals, honeysuckle, and ripe honeydew. Full of typicity without being a caricature, this is a lovely, pure introduction to the grape.Tasted: 05 May 2022Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$18.99
750ml
select private retailers
AB
$18.99
750ml
private wine shops
Producer: Yalumba Wine CompanyDistributors: Negociants International Pacific Wine & Spirits Inc. Grape: ViognierCSPC: 622050UPC: 9311789001685
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