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Gesture

2011 Arroyo Seco Viognier

J. Lohr Gesture is a captivating white wine that showcases the elegance of Viognier from the picturesque Arroyo Seco region. This 2011 vintage presents a medium-bodied profile, offering a harmonious balance of bright acidity and pronounced fruit intensity. The wine is an intriguing blend of floral and stone fruit aromas, highlighted by notes of apricot and peach, which entice the senses and create an inviting experience. With its dry character, it exhibits a refreshing quality that pairs wonderfully with a variety of dishes, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a vibrant and flavorful white wine.

Tasting notes:

Apricot

Honeysuckle

Peach

Pairs well with:

Grilled Shrimp, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:

Arroyo Seco

Lying in the middle of the Salinas Valley, the under-appreciated Arroyo Seco AVA is a beacon of cool-climate winemaking in Monterey County. Its vineyards—especially those to the east—are buffeted for much of the day by cold Pacific winds and shrouded by fog. This combines to give Arroyo Seco an extremely long growing season. Soils throughout the AVA are stony, and these stones absorb sunlight to provide additional heat to the vines. While winemakers face a challenging growing environment, the effort is worth it, as the area produces superbly balanced Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling; intriguing Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon perform well in the western part of the AVA.

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