Viognier Reserve
Planted widely now in many regions of Virginia, Viognier evolves so vividly in our Piedmont terroir that we were the first to abandon oak and malolactic fermentation to reveal the complexity within its warm climate sultriness, and the vitality of middle palate sustaining its floral opulence. A wine of full body and adaptability with game as well as the traditional pairings of fish, shellfish, poultry and Asian cuisine.
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Year
2020
Cellar Life
7yrs
A unique and most challenging growing season, beginning with 8 nights of Spring frosts that reduced the yields. A wet late Spring, a record cold June followed by a very dry period in July, when we almost had to irrigate. Mid-Summer was a rollercoaster of rains followed by sunshine. At last we enjoyed a dry end of September for harvest. All white varietals show great aromatics, very fresh acidity, and medium structure. Our most reliable parcels of Nebbiolo, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot rewarded our dedication with very elegant and age-worthy wines, while Cabernet Sauvignon yielded a fragrant yet simpler style of red. Octagon 2020 will be produced from Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, without Cabernet Sauvignon.
Awards
San Francisco Chronicle IWC, 2022 | Double Gold Medal |
James Suckling online, 2021 | 93 Points |
Vinification
Fermentation | In stainless steel at 68ºF for 10 days, no malolactic fermentation |
Aging | On the lees in stainless steel for 8-10 months |
Composition | Viognier 100% |
Analysis | Alcohol, 13.0 |
Residual Sugars, 0.2 | |
Total Acidity, 0.62 |