The 2015 Croze Viognier is a complex, yet elegant wine with aromas of white flowers and rich stone fruit. On the palate this wine shows peach and apricot notes and a subtle minerality that adds depth. The finish is crisp and elegant creating an experience that reflects the Croze philosophy of balance and finesse.

This wine is fermented at cool temperatures in stainless steel to protect the delicate aromatics. After a long fermentation, the wine is moved to neutral French Oak barrels to age for 5 months.

A natural with herb salads, goat cheese or shellfish.

Vineyard Notes

Grapes for our 2015 CROZE Suzanne K came from Phoenix Phamily Vineyard, a one acre parcel in Napa Valley’s southern growing region near Silverado Trail, This tiny, one acre vineyard, yields 2 tons of fruit. It is owned and farmed by the Phoenix Phamily.

This is a sweet spot for Viognier, which benefits from the “chimney effect” of San Pablo Bay. Like the French Mistrals of France’s Burgundy region, the cool breezes and morning fog provide a cooler climate, ideal for these tender grapes. The result is a Viognier with the rich flavors one would expect, yet a bright, clean acidity.