2009 Viognier

Tasting Notes

The organically farmed Sundown Vineyard is situated on a steep and terraced southern slope in Medford, Oregon, and the Steelhead Run vineyard is similar in traits. The vines were thinned to one cluster per shoot with leaf thinning to allow maximum sun penetration to produce fully golden, ripe berries. The fruit was whole-cluster pressed and fermented without racking to promote the utmost in mouth feel and richness while maintaining true varietal character. 21% was barrel fermented to provide roundness and add a touch of barrel spice to complement the stone fruit flavors and aromas. After four months, the barrel component was combined with the tank wine and aged sur lie for six months up until bottling.

Winemaking Notes

The organically farmed Sundown Vineyard is situated on a steep and terraced southern slope in Medford, Oregon, and the Steelhead Run vineyard is similar in traits. The vines were thinned to one cluster per shoot with leaf thinning to allow maximum sun penetration to produce fully golden, ripe berries. The fruit was whole-cluster pressed and fermented without racking to promote the utmost in mouth feel and richness while maintaining true varietal character. 21% was barrel fermented to provide roundness and add a touch of barrel spice to complement the stone fruit flavors and aromas. After four months, the barrel component was combined with the tank wine and aged sur lie for six months up until bottling.

Wine Statistics

Vineyard Sources: Sundown Vineyard
Harvest Date: September 29, 2009
Brix at Harvest: 25.4
Yeast Strain: Proprietary
Barrel Aging: 21% French Oak
TA: .51 g/100mL
pH: 3.41
Alcohol level: 13.5%
Bottle Date: 4/2/10
Cases Produced: 452