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Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Porcupine Ridge Western Cape Viognier Grenache Blanc 2009 85 Points

Porcupine Ridge Western Cape Viognier Grenache Blanc 2009 85 Points


Clear, bright, pale straw with yellow reflections, medium concentration, medium plus viscosity, no gas.

Clean, medium plus intensity, white peach, poached ripe papaya, yellow citrus, floral talc, honeyed, fragrant pot pourri / dried rose petal, very "Rhone" in profile.

Dry to off dry, off set by medium acidity and medium plus alcohol, new flavors of poached pears in vanilla syrup, hints of Turkish delight, earthy white minerals, medium lenght and medium complexity, rich style, now until 2016.

Perfect paired with piping hot off the BBQ / Braai Bratwurst, and light onion gravy.