2005 Failla Viognier Alban Vineyard

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Score 90/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, May 2007

Pale, bright lemon-yellow color. Exotic aromas of apricot, honey, spices and marzipan. Rich, broad and concentrated, with the exotic spice and marzipan notes adding interest to the wine's fruit salad flavors. This classically dry viognier finishes with a flavor of grilled peach.

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91
91/100

Average Score

91
91/100

Robert Parker

90
90/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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91 points
Robert Parker
Score 91/100 · Drink 2006-2008, Robert Parker, Dec 2006

It is not easy to fashion Viognier into a complex wine, but Ehren Jordan has handled this fickle varietal beautifully. His 2005 Viognier Alban Vineyard boasts notes of quince, crushed rocks, white flowers, and exotic tropical fruits in its well-defined aromatics. Dry, medium-bodied, and intensely fruity, this fresh, character-filled white can be enjoyed over the next 1-2 years as it is atypically complex for a California Viognier. Previously recommended: 2004 Chardonnay Estate (92), 2004 Chardonnay Keefer Ranch (91), 2004 Pinot Noir Hirsch Vineyard (92), 2004 Pinot Noir Keefer Ranch (90), 2004 Syrah Estate (93), 2004 Syrah Phoenix Ranch (91), 2004 Viognier (90). Tel. (707) 942-4699; Fax (707) 942-5142

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Failla Wines
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White

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Dry

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