Sunday, February 5, 2023

Siegel Special Reserve Viognier

Name: Siegel Special Reserve Viognier
Variety: 100% Viognier
Region: Valle De Calchagua
Country: Chile
Year: 2020
Price: $17

Critic Review

https://www.tastings.com/Wine-Review/Siegel-2020-Special-Reserve-Viognier-Colchagua-Valley-Chile-03-04-2021.aspx

88/100

"Golden straw color. Aromas and flavors of peach gummies, tinned pears, hints of juniper, bay, and steamed rice with a supple, crisp, dryish light-to-medium body and an even, medium-length finish evoking notes of dried apple with a suggestion of oak flavor. An easy-drinking Viognier for everyday indulging".

Wine Folly

Page 186 of Wine Folly describes a bright, fruity flavor profile for Viognier wines. I tasted that as well, especially the peach. I also tasted some oaky notes in this wine that aren't listed in the book. It's also a bit cheaper than I would have expected, since Viognier is on the more expensive side of the grapes listed in the book.

 Personal Review

This wine is moderately sweet, but balanced with a soft tartness. It tasted primarily like peach at first, and the finish was more oaky with a hint of spice. It wasn't a super complex flavor profile but I think the flavors that are there are nicely balanced. I think it's a nice medium-bodied white, and a solid price for a Viognier.


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