White

Estate Viognier

Holly's Hill

El Dorado · Sierra Foothills · United States

Fact sheet

Type
White
Grape
Viognier
Country
United States
Region
El Dorado · Sierra Foothills
Appellation
El Dorado
Body
full
Acidity
high
Sweetness
off-dry

Food pairing

roast chicken · grilled shrimp · creamy cheeses · dishes with fresh herbs

Rated vintages

  • 201688 pts

    This unusually lively and vivid wine offers a nice twist on the variety, offering fresh pineapple, herb and lemon flavors, dazzling acidity and great balance despite its relatively high level of alcohol. Grown on the winery property, it's another good example of Holly's Hill's e…

  • 201590 pts

    Savory, almost salty accents add a fascinating extra dimension to this full-bodied wine. It smells like fresh herbs, white pepper and orange blossoms, and tastes almost meaty, but with a lively citrus backdrop.

  • 201486 pts

    Aromas of grapefruit and honeysuckle get the attention right away. Flavors of peach and honey, a soft and smooth texture, good acidity, full body and a touch of sweetness finish the picture. This certainly gives maximum fruitiness.

  • 200684 pts

    Soft, simple and sweet, this easy-drinking wine has ripe, forward flavors of Lifesaver candies, wildflowers, spices and honey.