YALUMBA EDEN VALLEY VIOGNIER SAMS COLLECTION Bottle:1 some dark chocolate

some dark chocolate

smoke and black cherry

The nose is delightfully fragrant with delicate balance and crisp acidity

The soft and velvety texture is offset by the zesty flavor

The Oracle is decadent

YALUMBA EDEN VALLEY VIOGNIER SAMS COLLECTION Bottle:1 some dark chocolateYalumba has been a longtime champion of Viognier Down Under. Unfortunately, 2020 was a difficult vintage and this bottling, while pleasant, falls somewhat short. There are hefty helpings of the variety's typical ripe peach and white floral notes, along with lychees, on the nose. The palate is creamy but with enough acidity to keep it fresh. But there's a slight chemical feel to the finish and a warmth from the 14% alcohol.