Wines
of the Week: "Warm Weather Whites" Part 1
By FBWorld Team
Now
that it's nearly summer, we can all look forward to
the warmer weather and sunshine of the months to come. And what
better way to compliment these lovely days ahead than with a
nice cool glass of white wine? Over the next few weeks, we'll
share some recommendations for first-class bottles that make
an ideal aperitif on a warm evening or can add a little life
to Sunday brunch.
Here
are the first three, a couple special blends and a varietal
Viognier:
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Cass
2011 "Rockin' One" Blend
Winery:
Cass
Grape(s): 56% Viognier, 22% Marsanne,
22% Roussanne
Region: Paso Robles
Year: 2011
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
(n/a)
Price: 30-35
Review:
Aromatics of tropical fruit and peach meld with suggestions
of caramel and springtime flowers on the nose. A sip reveals
flavors of peach, mango, and lemon along with accents
of minerals and spice. Slightly creamy but still offing
a bright acidity, it's ideal for summer and shellfish.
Rating: 90 |
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Hoyt
Famly Vineyards 2010 Decoupage
Winery:
Hoyt Famly Vineyards
Grape(s): Pinot Gris, Viogner, and Chardonnaye
Region: Santa Barbara County
Year: 2010
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
(n/a)
Price: 20-25
Review:
A bouquet of tropical fruit, lemon, melon, and floral
notes greets the senses. Flavors of honeydew, peach, and
citrusy notes mingle with hints of honey and minerals
on the palate. A fairly bright wine with an approachable
round mouthfeel, it makes for an ideal summertime sipper.
Rating: 89 |
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Hammer
Sky 2010 'Princess" Viognier
Winery:
Hammer Sky
Grape(s): 100% Viognier
Region: Paso Robles
Year: 2010
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
(n/a)
Price: 25-30
Review:
Aromas of mangoes and pineapple meld with hints of honey
on the nose. The palate offers flavors of mango and apricots
that flow into suggestions of honey and minerals. A rich,
round Viognier, fans of full-bodied whites should try
this as an alternative to Chardonnay. Sip it on a warm
summer evening. 225 cases produced.
Rating: 89 |
By
FBWorld Team
96
— 100 |
Spectacular |
92
— 95 |
Outstanding |
89
— 91 |
Great |
85
— 88 |
Good |
81
— 84 |
Solid |
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More
"Warm Weather Whites":
"Warm
Weather Whites" Part 1
"Warm
Weather Whites" Part 2
"Warm
Weather Whites" Part 3
"Warm
Weather Whites" Part 4
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