Yalumba FSW8B Botrytis Viognier 375ml

It would have been hard to have planned a more perfect Botrytis vintage. After a lovely wet and cool spring and early summer the vines were healthy and strong. No heat spikes in February combined with cool nights meant that the vines were under no stress, the grapes accumulated sugars quickly, while retaining natural acidity. March was perfect for ripening and then rain in mid April initiated a good, even Botrytis infection. After a month of both sunshine and more rain the Botrytis cover was nearly 100%. A lovely golden colour, the wine shows aromas of intense honeysuckle, apricot and white flowers with hints of lavender blossom. The high residual sugar ensures it is long and elegant with luscious flavours from both the Viognier and Botrytis influences of apricots, peaches and spice. The finish is fresh with lingering flavours, a hint of lemon peel and tight acidity.

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