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R. H. Philipps EXP Viognier 2005

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2005

Avg. Rating: 84.0/100 (3 Reviews)
Winery: R.H. Phillips Vineyard
Vintage: 2005
Varietal: Viognier
Country: United States
Region: California
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Retail Price: $ 8.99 USD
Created by: ecola
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Alc. 14.5% Chairman's Selection reg. price 14.99

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R. H. Philipps EXP Viognier 2005
(over 2 years ago) buddy icon ecola 90/100
Peach, apricot, and mango come through very strong and nice. Wonderful balance of fruit and acidity.

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R. H. Philipps EXP Viognier 2005
(over 2 years ago) buddy icon harleydnsr 80/100

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R. H. Philipps EXP Viognier 2005
(about 1 year ago) buddy icon patrickawcloud 82/100
Very aromatic nose with fresh lemon juice, red apples, and mango. On the palate there is bright fruit but a 'stale' aftertaste... stale is the best term I can come up with. I have a feeling this might be the lychee component but I do not know what lychee tastes like. If lychees are a bit bitter and 'stale', than ok, it's a lychee component. If lychees are not bitter and stale than this wine has a problem tasting a little bitter and stale. Either way, I think it is a turnoff and would have a hard time pairing with any food. I also think the acidity is a bit weak and the body is a little light. They missed the 'creamy' mark they were shooting for by blending half oak fermented juice. Not a terrible wine, certainly drinkable, but I can't see really enjoying it on its own or with food due to this stale and bitter component. Now I am off to find a lychee to add to my flavor repitoire(sp?)

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