Raider

2009 Texas Viognier

The Llano Estacado Raider is a captivating white wine that showcases the beauty of the Viognier varietal from Texas. This vintage from 2009 offers a medium-bodied profile, providing a delightful mouthfeel that resonates with pleasing elegance. Its acidity is bright and lively, enhancing the wine's refreshing qualities, making it an ideal choice for warm-weather enjoyment. The fruit intensity is prominent, with expressive notes of stone fruits like peach and apricot, complemented by floral aromas that lift the overall experience. The wine is dry, allowing for a clean finish that invites another sip, perfectly embodying the craftsmanship of Texas winemaking. With its well-balanced structure, the Llano Estacado Raider is a remarkable testament to the potential of wines from this burgeoning region.

Tasting notes:

Apricot

Peach

Honey

Region:

Texas

Texas, one of the most expansive winegrowing regions in the United States, spans over 800 miles from the Gulf Coast to the Panhandle Plains. The state's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) encompass a wide array of terroirs, from desert landscapes to fertile hill country. The warm, dry climate is moderated by the influence of the Gulf of Mexico, which sends moist air and occasional cooling breezes inland. This helps to temper the intense daytime heat, allowing grapes to ripen slowly and develop deep, complex flavors. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive in the higher elevations and northern parts of Texas, while further inland, bigger, bolder wines prevail. This diverse range of conditions enables Texas to produce a wide variety of wine styles, each reflective of its unique growing regions.

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