Seductive aromas of fields of wild flowers mixed with honey, melon, and ginger draw you in. The palate reeks of elegance and finesse with an exceptionally smooth rich mouthfeel, wonderful texture and impressive depth and complexity. Seamless layers of honey, ginger, dried apricots, melon, and almonds with just a hint of stoney flint and spicesContinue reading “Yalumba Virgilius Viognier 2016 – one of my favorites.”
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Terroirs du Vent ‘La Violette’ Viognier 2021 – An absolute delight!
Before you say anything, I know winter is closing in and it’s cold outside but this really is an awesome wine. It’s just arrived this week and one sip and I couldn’t say no! I’m sure you’ll agree. Brought to you by Jean Luc Colombo, his wife Anne, and their daughter Laure, now head winemakerContinue reading “Terroirs du Vent ‘La Violette’ Viognier 2021 – An absolute delight!“
Three Masterpiece Offerings From Yalumba.
Yalumba Winery. A legacy founded in 1847 with a focus on sustainability allowing nature to take the lead pretty much sums up Yalumba. Samuel Smith, a British brewer started the legacy and 6 generations later it has achieved accolades and respect across the planet. The Menzies Estate comprises of 8 individual and unique vineyards, allContinue reading “Three Masterpiece Offerings From Yalumba.”
Four Exceptional Releases from Downunder.
Its this time of the year that I love, despite it being cold and winter approaching. You ask why, glad you asked, new vintage releases from Australia, as well as elsewhere land on my desk ensuring weeks of tasting awesome wine. Yalumba is the oldest family-owned winery in Australia and was started by Samuel Smith,Continue reading “Four Exceptional Releases from Downunder.”
Vine to Table 