Lismore Estate Vineyards The Age of Grace Cape South Coast Viognier 2022

Wine Description: Lismore Estate Vineyards The Age of Grace Cape South Coast Viognier 2022

Grape Variety: 100% Viognier
Country: South Africa
Region: Western Cape South Coast
ABV: 13.5%
Residual Sugar: 3.6g/L
Dry/Sweet Value: 2 (on a scale of 1-7, with 1 being dry and 7 being very sweet)
Contains Sulphites: Yes
Vegetarian/Vegan: Yes/Yes
Milk/Eggs: No/No
Organic: No
Biodynamic: No
Winemaker: Samantha O'Keefe
Closure: Diam
Case Size: 6/75cl

Wine Overview:

Lismore Estate Vineyards The Age of Grace Viognier 2022 is a stunning example of this aromatic varietal from the Cape South Coast of South Africa. Crafted by renowned winemaker Samantha O'Keefe, this expressive and elegant wine presents a complex bouquet of honeysuckle and orange blossom, inviting the senses with its fragrant perfume. On the palate, it offers a beautifully textured and layered experience with vibrant notes of apricot, kiwi, and tropical pineapple, creating a lively and balanced mouthfeel.

Barrel Fermentation & Maturation:

The 2022 vintage of The Age of Grace Viognier has been barrel-fermented and aged on its lees, a technique that imparts additional richness and complexity to the wine. This method enhances the wine’s structure, adding weight and texture while allowing the fruit character to shine. The result is a wine with a captivating, poised elegance, enhanced by a firm backbone of acidity, making it refreshing and well-structured despite its fullness.

Tasting Notes:

This Viognier is marked by its aromatic intensity, where floral notes of honeysuckle and orange blossom lead into a mouthful of ripe fruit flavors. Apricot, kiwi, and pineapple create an inviting texture, while the barrel maturation adds a creamy richness to the wine. The wine is poised, elegant, and perfectly balanced, with a crisp finish that makes it a delightful companion to a variety of dishes.