Eden Valley

Yalumba The Virgilius Eden Valley Viognier

Viognier 2017

• Vintage quality: The growing season started with a wet winter and spring, with early summer temperatures remaining relatively mild and below average.
• Cellar guide: Showing signs of a great Viognier now but will reward short term cellaring with even more layers of flavours and aroma.
• Last tasted: July 2018, Louisa Rose, Winemaker
• Notes: Pale gold with green highlights. The nose has intense aromas of early season just-picked apricots, cardamom, white pepper and fresh ginger. Lifted ginger spice is layered on the palate with a mineral sourdough-like texture and complex apricot and almond savouriness. The trademark Viognier lusciousness of the palate is clearly evident in this wine. It is complex while at the same time showing purity and restraint that will unwind slowly in the glass and take the imbiber on a sensory journey. At its best with food, The Virgilius 2017 complements a wide range of flavours, particularly dishes with spice and rich flavours. 1 Trophy, 2 Gold