2009 Christopher Creek "Catie's Corner" Russian River Valley Viognier

One 750ml bottle

The '09 Viognier has a traditional, complex nose of apricot, peach, pear, citrus blossom and wild flowers. The mouthfeel is harmoniously balanced between the richness of the “stone fruits” on the pallet and lively acidity. The finish is marked by long lasting flavors reflecting the fruity and floral aromas. 
 
Like the '08 vintage, this Viognier was produced from grapes grown at Catie’s Corner Vineyard in the Russian River Valley, a vineyard developed by Saralee Kunde. Catie is Saralee’s 16 year old daughter. The size of the crop this year was significantly larger than normal. Temperate summer weather and a good growing season produced fruit of intense flavors which resulted in a more complex, fuller bodied wine still with a balanced mouthfeel. 
 
The grapes were whole berry pressed and then fermented in a stainless steel tank at low temperature (below 65F) to preserve the varietal’s aromas. Malolactic fermentation was not encouraged in order to retain the freshness of the fruit. The wine was aged in the tank on the fine lees to build a rich mouthfeel and crisp finish. 
 
Viognier (V-Own-Yeah) is an enjoyable white wine whose grapes have their origin in the Rhône Valley appellations of Condrieu and Chateau Grillet. Viognier is also frequently co-fermented or blended with Syrah to add other fruit characteristics to the wine. Serve slightly chilled to enhance the fruit characteristics of the wine. 

Apricot, peach, pear, citrus blossom and wild flower