Trinity Hill Viognier Noble 09 375Ml

If you could only drink one range of Kiwi wines for the rest of your life, the Trinity Hill Black Labels would have to be at the top of the list. Handpicked over 3 weeks as botrytis developed and then soaked for 6 hours for ease of extraction, this Noble Viognier was slowly fermented over 5 months in French oak. The nose shows hints of vanilla, apricot, honey and florals, while the palate is apricots, sweet citrus, lemon tart and jasmine. It’s been very popular with bars and we’ve just shipped an order to a new client: Attn - Saint Peter, c/- The Pearly Gates, Heaven. They’re pouring it by the glass.  

Drink with: Fresh fruit salad, fruit-based desserts, cheese or foie gras.

The colour is a beautiful green/gold, with depth. The aromas are reminiscent of honey and crystallized apricots. The botrytis has a big effect, with hints of the floral citrus and jasmine aspects of Viognier showing. It is very luscious and concentrated, with strong flavours of dried fruits, especially apricots. The finish is very long and despite the sweetness, finishes dry with no cloying sugar as sometimes happens with this style of wine.

source -Trinity Hill

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