A brilliant Viognier that preserves the variety’s exotic richness, while framing it with balance and subtlety, no easy task. Impresses for its array of pineapple creme brulee, Key lime pie, golden mango and green apple opulence, yet is crisp and zesty in acidity, and there’s a bracing minerality. The grapes come from an unusual combination of Rutherford, which provides ripeness, and Carneros, which brings acidity and freshness.——S.H.(11/1/2010)—— 93

A beautiful Viognier that showcases the variety’s rich, exotic side. Offers a mouthburst of ripe grilled peaches, pineapples, green apples, honeysuckle and vanilla wrapped into a creamy, buttery texture. Try as an offbeat alternative to Chardonnay. ——S.H.(3/1/2010)—— 91

Crisp floral, white peach, apricot, and honey aromas are followed by a fresh, medium-bodied white that is best consumed over the next year. Tel. (800) 963-9698

Quite fragrant, with hints of peach, apricat, spice and herbs. Round and viscous on the finish, with a refreshing orange-citrus finish. ——J.M.(12/15/2002)—— 87