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Christopher Creek

2009 Russian River Valley Viognier

Tastingroom.Com Christopher Creek is a captivating Viognier from the renowned Russian River Valley, renowned for its ability to produce exceptional wines. This full-bodied red wine showcases an alluring deep ruby hue that invites admiration. On the palate, it offers a lush and vibrant acidity that is both mouthwatering and refreshing, complementing the wine's generous fruit intensity. Expect bold notes of ripe stone fruit, floral undertones, and a hint of spice that weave seamlessly together. The tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone while contributing to the wine's overall elegance. This vintage has matured gracefully, resulting in an enchanting wine that is dry and sophisticated, making it a delightful choice for any occasion.

Tasting notes:


Apricot, Peach, Honeysuckle

Apricot

Apricot

Peach

Peach

Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 2

Low High

Spiciness Spiciness 0

Low High

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Pronounced

Low Pronounced

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Oak Oak 0

Low High

Region:


Russian River Valley
Russian River Valley

Prized for its elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Sonoma's Russian River Valley is one of California's premier AVAs for cool-climate wines. Blessed with the Petaluma Gap—a break in the coastal mountains where chill, foggy air blows in from the Pacific—the valley also benefits from the effects of the Russian River itself. This draws cool Pacific Ocean air inland and creates blanketing fogs that veil the vineyards throughout the chilly mornings. The result is one of the state's longest and coolest growing seasons. Bracing acidity and complex flavors characterize wines from this region, which also includes excellent sparklers made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

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