2021 Rodney's Vineyard Viognier

Appellation

Santa Barbara County

Varietal

Viognier

Wine Enthusiast

Vinous

Vineyard Sources

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

Barrel Aging

100% barrel fermented and aged for 8 months in 27% new French Puncheon barrels

Cooperage

Ermitage, Rousseau

Technical Data

Composition

100% Viognier

Alcohol %

13.3

Acidity

0.706 g/100mL

3.28

Harvest Brix

22.6

Harvest Date

9/30/21

Production

810 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

"Aromas of lime balm, lemon peel and an earthy hint of wool show on the nose of this bottling. There’s hefty weight to the palate, where apple and pear flavors are spruced up with citrus spray." ~ Wine Enthusiast "The 2021 Viognier Rodney's Vineyard is bright and focused. Picking on the early side yields a Viognier that emphasizes energy. Citrus, floral and mineral accents reinforce that impression. The 2021 is very nicely done." ~ Antonio Galloni's Vinous