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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

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

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

Ratings Key:
96 — 100
Spectacular
92 — 95
Outstanding
89 — 91
Great
85 — 88
Good
81 — 84
Solid

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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