Cristom Viognier Pinot Noir 2018 fx-pichler The reason they don't is

The reason they don't is simple: they need to produce a Nebbiolo Langhe for their markets and yet the only Nebbiolo vines they own are in Barolo

but it has excellent balance between ripe spicy warmth

layered with subtle cucumber freshness and a gentle savoury note of avocado nori and a fine thread of limestone minerality

it will charm any connoisseur

packed with spice

Cristom Viognier Pinot Noir 2018 fx-pichler The reason they don't isExhibiting the pure, and nearly textbook characteristics, with aromas of orange blossoms, honeysuckle, clover and anise as well as the ripe fruit aromas of peach, apricot, and lychee. Round and viscous on the palate, the wine is drier than the exotic fruits on the nose would lead you to believe. The attendant alcohol of this varietal is very well integrated in this perfectly balanced wine. Bright and mouth watering acidity support the fruit