2020 Rodney's Vineyard Viognier

Appellation

Santa Barbara County

Varietal

Viognier

Wine Enthusiast

Vineyard Sources

100% Rodney’s Vineyard (Blocks G & K1) from the Fess Parker home ranch in the Santa Ynez Valley

Barrel Aging

100% barrel fermented and aged for 8 months in 18% new French Puncheon & 228L oak barrel

Cooperage

Ermitage

Technical Data

Composition

100% Viognier

Alcohol %

14.1

Acidity

0.710 g/100mL

3.51

Harvest Brix

24.9-25.4

Harvest Date

9/10-9/11/20

Production

576 cases

Description

Our single vineyard and small lot releases enable us to deliver some of our finest expressions of Viognier by concentrating on specific vineyards, clonal selections or techniques. Our estate vineyard, named in memory of Fess' late son-in-law, was planted in 1989 to predominantly Rhone varietal types. The wines from this vineyard have consistently been some of the most expressive and highly acclaimed in our portfolio.

This Viognier is marked by forward peach, apricot and honeydew flavors. The palate is full and voluptuous with subtle floral, mineral and citrus notes, yet maintains beautiful balance due to bright acidity. Enjoy!

Wine Critic Reviews

"Lemon-soaked nectarine aromas pull the nose into this bottling, which also offers hints of grapefruit and toasted wood. The palate is very racy for a Viognier, with zesty lemon peel flavors that slice through the apricot cream and baked-apple elements." ~ Wine Enthusiast "Some musky melon, peach, and tropical fruits as well as some floral and reductive mineral-like nuances all emerge from the 2020 Viognier Rodney's Vineyard, a ripe yet bright and vibrant Viognier that's another versatile, delicious wine from this team." ~ Jeb Dunnuck