Stevens Divio Viognier, Yakima Valley, USA

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The current Stevens Winery portfolio contains one white wine; the 2010 Divio Viognier was fermented and aged in a mix of neutral barrels and stainless steel. White peach, lychee, and orange blossom aromas inform the nose of a crisp, savory, concentrated, dry, nicely proportioned wine admirably reflecting the 2010 vintage’s vibrant natural acidity. Drink this tasty effort over the next 2-3 years. Located in Woodinville (along with 70-80 other wineries), Tim Stevens’ first vintage was 2001 with current production at 2500 cases. The vast majority of his fruit is sourced from Yakima Valley.Tel. (425) 424-9463; www.stevenswinery.com

This stylish Viognier is sourced from the Dineen vineyard. A cool site in a cool vintage yields a carefully made wine with gin-like spices and penetration. Lemon, lime and raw steel give it grip and length. Fine winemaking shows the strengths of a difficult vintage.——P.G.(4/1/2012)—— 91

The 2009 Divio Viognier was aged in neutral oak. Light gold in color, it gives up aromas of stone fruit, orange blossom, pear, and tropical notes. Supple on the palate, dry and concentrated, there are notes of minerality, tropical fruits, and lively acidity leading to a lengthy finish. Drink it over the next 1-2 years. Located in Woodinville (along with 40-50 other wineries), Tim Stevens’ first vintage was 2001 with current production at 2500 cases. Stevens had worked exclusively with Yakima Valley fruit from Sheridan, Meek, DuBrul, and Dineen vineyards.Tel. (425) 453-5988; www.stevenswinery.com

The light gold-colored 2008 Divio Viognier offers up an attractive bouquet of mineral, honey, and pit fruits. Bone dry and vibrant, this racy effort dances on the palate leading into a lengthy, refreshing finish. Drink it over the next two years, Located in Woodinville (along with 41 other wineries), Tim Stevens’ first vintage was 2001 with current production at 2500 cases. Stevens works exclusively with Yakima Valley fruit from Sheridan, Meek, DuBrul, and Dineen vineyards.Tel. (425) 453-5988; www.stevenswinery.com