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Cristom Viognier 2013

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90
wa
86
The Cristom Estate Viognier exhibits the pure, and nearly textbook, characteristics of this varietal, with aromas of orange blossoms, honeysuckle, clover and anise as well as the ripe fruit aromas of peach, apricot, and lychee. Round and viscous on the palate, the wine is drier than the exotic fruits on the nose would lead you to believe. The attendant alcohol of this varietal is very well integrated in this perfectly balanced wine. Bright and mouth-watering acidity support the fruit superstructure of this wine.
Category White Wine
Varietal
Country United States
Region Oregon
Appellation Willamette Valley
Brand Cristom
  • ws90

Wine SpectatorLively and expressive, not opulent but layered with spice cookie and pear flavors. Finishes with intensity and floral notes. Drink now through 2016. 569 cases made.

Harvey Steiman, February 28, 2015
  • wa86

Wine AdvocateThe 2013 Viognier Estate is barrel fermented in used barrels and stainless-steel drums, using both inoculated and native yeast and this vintage went completely through malolactic. It has a delicate, wet wool and apricot blossom bouquet that is nicely understated and well defined. Conversely, the palate is terse and spicy on the entry, with racy acidity and resinous in style. It does not quite convey the exuberant and showy predilection of the grape variety, although there is a pleasant Szechuan pepper note on the aftertaste. It just leaves me wanting more.

Neal Martin, March 2015