2005 Curtis Viognier, Vogelzang Vineyard, Santa Ynez Valley.
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This Viognier is light straw-gold colored with excellent clarity. Aromatically, it offers intense citrus blossom and medium intensity tropical and crème brûlée aromas, the latter becoming more intense with increasing temperature. Citrus notes become more prominent with time and airing. In the mouth, a core of light citrus and distinct but proportionate mineral is accented by butterscotch that starts out bolder and diminishes with time. Medium-bodied, with a smooth and creamy texture, this Viognier has a mineral and warm mouthfeel. The medium length finish delivers light citrus, mineral and some heat. |
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Production Detail: 100% Vogelzang Vineyard Viognier. Light pressing, 50% stainless steel fermented in and 50% French oak fermented. Each lot was aged for four months in French oak barrels prior to final blending 15% Alcohol $20.00 Retail (from winery); 1,705 cases produced |
BOTTOM LINE: Fairly good. No serious flaws. Worth trying. |
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Floral and tropical with good minerality, this Viognier has lower than ideal acids and notable heat. It will do well as a stand-up wine and can be paired with richer seafood like crab cakes, sautéed, braised or grilled shrimp and lobster tail - all with milder spices. Don't over chill and do decant. Drink now. |
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Color |
5 points |
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Nose |
4 points |
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Palate |
3 points |
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Finish |
2 points |
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Tannins/Minerality |
5 points |
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Acidity |
4 points |
(5 points max) |
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Alcohol |
3 points |
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Aging potential |
1 points |
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Overall quality |
7 points |
(10 points max) |
Cumulative Score: 84 Points
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