A gem cannot be polished without Friction.’ Viognier is a difficult grape to grow, in restricted conditions and therefore a difficult wine to make, requiring specific ongoing attention in order to flourish – the resulting wine from the efforts however is a polished gem of a wine. Sourced and hand harvested100% from Rodger’s Vineyard in Oak Knoll, Napa Valley, the 2022 Viognier has notes of yellow peach, while cinnamon and citrus blossom dominate on the nose. On the palate, peach persists with accents of dried pineapple and apricot. The mouthfeel is soft like viognier should be and is balanced with a bright natural acidity. Fermentation begins in stainless steel tanks then is transferred to neutral French barrels to finish maturing.

Delicious, soft, and juicy—as always. Zinfandel, Syrah, and Petite Sirah drive the softness and ripeness, while the acidity and tannin backbone come from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Our 2021 vintage was exceptional and the display of density and color proves it. Aged 20 months in 30% New French and American oak barrel aged with a balance of 1-2 yr old and neutral.