This is half barrel-fermented, and it shows in the wine’s scents of toast, but there’s plenty of fruit to back that up. Honeysuckle, peach and melon aromas and flavors round out the palate, finishing with hints of peppery spice. Drink now.——W.E.(8/1/2007)—— 90

Odd stuff, with vegetal notes appearing in place of the ripe floral aromas expected of Viognier. Corn, lime and green tomatoes all show up on the nose or in the mouth, along with a slightly oily mouthfeel.——J.C.(2/1/2005)—— 82