Wanted Man Viognier 2019
Style: White Wine
Closure: Screwcap
Wanted Man Viognier 2019
Warehouse
34 Redland Drive
Vermont VIC 3133
Australia
Producer: Wanted Man
Country: Australia
Region: Heathcote
Vintage: 2019
Critic Score: 95
Alcohol: 13.0%
Size: 750 ml
Drink by: 2028
Wanted Man Wines are harvested from a single-site vineyard on Heathcote's ancient volcanic soils and handcrafted by renowned winemaker Matt Harrop. The 2019 Viognier is delicious, displaying lovely varietal notes of honeysuckle and white peach. Beautifully fresh and clean, with an abundance of fresh citrus-tinged acidity and most importantly, avoiding that oiliness that is common in many viogniers.
The quality of the wine comes as no surprise given it was made by Matt Harrop of Shadowfax and Curly Flat fame. A great follow-up to the 2017 vintage, winner of a prestigious Double Gold Medal at the 2018 Six Nations Wine Show.
"Spicy, slightly honeyed, orange blossom aromas lead into a medium-bodied palate of classic varietal defintion and depth. It is clean and elegant with lovely honeysuckle and citrus flavours buoyed by tangy acidity. The palate has a wonderful lightness of touch, avoiding that oiliness that is common in so many viogniers." Nick Munday
Expert reviews
"Spicy, slightly honeyed, orange blossom aromas lead into a medium-bodied palate of classic varietal defintion and depth. It is clean and elegant with lovely honeysuckle and citrus flavours buoyed by tangy acidity. The palate has a wonderful lightness of touch, avoiding that oiliness that is common in so many viogniers. Drink: Now-2028." Nick Munday, Canterbury Wines - 95 points and Special Value Wine ★
Awards
Special Value Wine – Canterbury Wines ★
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