5 May 2012 2010 Domaine des Salices Viognier

2010 Domaine des Salices Viognier

May 5, 2012 By

Summer’s coming and when you’re craving a crisp, light white wine that’s more floral and complex than Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, there’s Viognier.

The 2010 Domaine des Salices Viognier offers a classic Viognier nose – floral, lemony and fresh.  On the palate, it basically tastes like it smells but with lime and a little ground clove on the finish.  Bright, crisp and pretty tasty for a $12 wine.

Pairings:  Lightly sautéed sole / halibut / sea bass, grilled scallops.

Style: White

Grape Type(s): Viognier

Region: Languedoc-Roussillon, France

Around $12

 

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11 February 2012 2010 Laurent Miquel Nord Sud Viognier

2010 Laurent Miquel Nord Sud Viognier

February 11, 2012 By

Laurent Miquel produces Viognier exclusively and from sipping this affordable little number, I’d say he knows what he’s doing.

On the nose, it’s hugely fragrant with lots of intense floral notes jumping out of the glass.  In the mouth, it continues on the floral path with ripe pear and peach flavors.

Pairings:  Raw oysters or clams.  Bouillabaisse.  Pork chops.

Style: White

Grape Type(s): Viognier

Region: Languedoc-Roussillon, France

Around $12

 

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