After a short dormancy with ample rainfall, the vines went through bud break in March.  Warm, dry weather in the spring provided a good set and strong growth, making for a fruitful vintage.  This viognier is intense with exotic apricot, nectarine and honeysuckle flavors approaching immediately before notes of green tea and mint linger.  Impressive for its purity and richness, this varietal offers bright minerality with a refreshing acidity perfect for those hot Carneros afternoons.