> 2008 Fresno State Winery SJC Viognier
2008 Fresno State Winery SJC Viognier
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 While coming up on the 7th year of production, Viognier still remains the community favorite. Over the years, Fresno State Enology students have continued to produce Viognier true to its northern Rhone heritage, making this a consistent pleasant wine to enjoy. |
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Detailed Wine Information
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| Alcohol: | 14.2% |
| Appellation: | California |
| Sub-Appellation: | San Joaquin County |
| Harvest Date: | September 5, 2007 |
| Special Designation: | Duarte Linden Hills |
| Tasting Notes: | This wine features light peach, honeysuckle and pear aromas, followed by yellow peach and mango flavors that culminate in a bright citrus finish. |
| Vineyard Notes: | The Duarte Family Vineyard has been a major contributor to the success of this wonderful varietal. This family vineyard is located near Linden, about 2 hours north of Fresno State. The slight climate influence establishes the perfect growing region for Viognier. |
| Vintage Notes: | This vintage of Viognier was blended with just enough Sauvignon Blanc to create complexity throughout the mouth. Sugars and acid were in balance, while mild sun exposure ripened the golden colored cluster. The crop load was average this year for this variety, resulting in fruit maturity in each vineyard row. |
| Winemakers Notes: | The Viognier was whole clustered pressed, cold settled for 24 hours and fermented at 55 Degrees Fahrenheit. |
| Year: | 2007 |
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