Illahe Vineyard Viognier 2010

Illahe Viognier 2010 has the varietal's unique"there" there. It has Viognier's trademark honeysuckle and white flower scent, mingled with an elusive hint of crushed rock and minerals. The flavors are rich and pure. White peach, citrus, lychee and minerals finish long and clean. It's not as intense or mind boggling as some of the French Condrieus I've had, but it's not $75 either.

Conclusion? For $15, try some delicious Viognier that tastes like it.

2009 Vintage Tasting Notes

Smooth, creamy and polished, with captivating aromas of honeysuckle and melon. There's just a hint of sweetness balanced by fresh acidity; perfect as a summer quaffer but also a great companion for Asian-inspired cuisine.

Illahe's Viognier has always been wildly popular. As the wine buyer at a local upscale restaurant, I could barely keep it in stock and had to work even harder to placate our regulars when the vintage sold out. Get some before the word gets out to the locals! - Adrienne, LUC Restaurant

2008 Vintage Tasting Notes

Floral and rich with a honeyed apricot note on the nose and palate. Just the slightest hint of sweetness balances the fresh acidity. This wine would be excellent with herbed scallops, lemon butter poached halibut, or Indian chicken kebabs.

A new winery tucked under the wing of Russ Raney, famed Oregon Pinot noir maker and owner/winemaker of Evesham Wood.