Award Winning
Idiom Viognier 2020
R250,00
An opulent, barrel fermented Viognier with a typical light straw colour. Initial top notes of yellow citrus fruits develop into a complex melange of tinned peach, shortbread and chamomile on the nose. This medium to full-bodied wine has an elegant, buttery mid-palate followed by a lingering sensation of nougat and orange blossoms. Serve chilled and enjoy the evolution of flavours in the glass.
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Specifications
In the cellar
In keeping with previous vintages, the juice was fermented at between 13-15°C in tank for the first day. After the first day the juice is then transferred to barrel to complete the fermentation in barrel. After maturation in a small percentage 1st fill, but mainly 2nd and 3rd fill French 225L oak barrels for 9 months the wine is given a light filtration and bottled on 24 February 2023.
In the vineyard
Vines planted in Granite/Tukulu (decomposed granite)/Table Mountain Sandstone facing south-west, planted in 2001.
Ageing
Nine months
Cultivar
100% Viognier
Food Pairing
Try with veal, pork and roast chicken.
Awards and Recognition
Double Gold - Gilbert & Gaillard 2024
About the Wine Estate
Idiom is an award-winning wine estate in the heart of the Helderberg range. This southernmost part of the Stellenbosch wine region provides the backdrop and the perfect climatic conditions for the incredible range of Idiom wines. A celebration of terroir, unusual varietals and masterful blends, Idiom is so-called because it is home to the Cape expression of so many European classics. The Cape Idiom, if you will.
