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Milbrandt Vineyards 2013 The Estates Viognier, Wahluke Slope, $22
By Great Northwest Wine on January 6, 2015
Some years, the Wahluke Slope records more heat units than any other region in Washington state, and the Milbrandt brothers focus on their Talcott (73%) and Clifton vineyards for Rhône varieties — including this Viognier. The late-September harvest and program of 100% neutral oak barrel makes for clean aromas of pear, dusty apple, gooseberry, slate and sweet herbs. That oak program makes for an impact on the palate, but the flavor profile of lemon and Bosc pear creates a bright and tart structure that should go deliciously with Oysters Rockefeller.
Rating: Excellent
Production: 635 cases
Alcohol: 13.5%
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