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Vintage

2009

Description

One of the Granite Belts 'Strangebird' Varieties.

Grape Variety

Viognier

Region

Ballandean, Granite Belt, Queensland, Australia (100%)

Tasting Notes

A mosaic of tropical fruit and citrus flavours with a hint of honey on the finish. The palate boasts a richness in texture that is very typical of this variety. This variety is often described as the "red wine drinkers white" and works equally well in elegant fine dining or as a casual apperatif on the verandah.

Cellaring Potential

Drinking well now but will develop complexity over the next year or two.

Suggested Foods

Rich duck or pork dishes especially asian dishes with star anise.

Technical Details

picked relatively early to retain freshness and natural acidity.This also ensures that the resultant wine avoids the alcohol "warmth"that Viognier can display if over-ripe.

Winemaker

Dylan Rhymer

Awards

2 Silver Medal - New England Wine Show
Bronze Medal - Australian Small Winemakers Show
4.5 Stars Winestate Magazine