Spencer Roloson 2005 Noble Vineyard Viognier, Knights Valley

Chardonnay fans will love the full-bodied Viognier and the new 2005 from Spencer Roloson is one of the best California versions we've discovered!

Knights Valley is just a few miles to the north of Calistoga. The valley is lodged between Mount St. Helena and the Mayacamas to the west. The Noble vineyard is planted at the foot of the Mayacamas Mountains. It faces eastward, looking across to Mount St. Helena and the Vaca range. Its orientation favors the morning light and ensures cool evenings for ideal ripening. The combination of soils and exposure make this a particularly special site for Viognier.

90 points Robert Parker: "The impressive 2005 Viognier Noble Vineyard exhibits litchi nut, honeysuckle, nectarine, and apricot characteristics, medium to full body, good acidity, and fine definition (which can be difficult with this varietal). Drink it over the next 1-2 years."