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Winemakers Reserve

2005 New Mexico Viognier

The St Clair Winery Winemakers Reserve is a delightful white wine that showcases the varietal characteristics of Viognier from the New Mexico region, specifically from the esteemed 2005 vintage. This wine is medium-bodied and offers a refreshing acidity that balances its lush fruit profile beautifully. It reveals an inviting array of flavors, including stone fruits and floral notes, which create a prominent fruit intensity that captivates the palate. The texture is smooth and elegant, making it a wonderful choice for both casual sipping and more refined dining experiences. With its well-crafted balance, this dry Viognier is truly a testament to the unique terroir of New Mexico and the artistry of its winemakers.

Tasting notes:


Apricot

Apricot

Peach

Peach

Honey

Honey

Region:


New Mexico
New Mexico

New Mexico, with its high desert landscapes and dramatic mountain ranges, offers a unique and diverse winegrowing environment in the American Southwest. The state's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) benefit from the high altitude and the intense sunlight, which together create a significant diurnal temperature variation. This variation sharply cools the vineyards at night, tempering the daytime heat and allowing grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors while retaining essential acids. The arid climate and minimal rainfall reduce the risk of vine diseases and allow vintners to control vine vigor through irrigation. Vineyards at lower elevations tend to produce bolder, more intense wines, while those at higher elevations excel in growing cooler-climate varieties, yielding more delicate and aromatic wines.

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