2018 Pride Mountain Vineyards Viognier 750 ml

High on Spring Mountain, Pride Mountain Vineyards makes Cabernets that have gained a worldwide following. They also make a white that we in Napa Valley are more than happy to keep to ourselves. 

Grown on just three vineyard blocks on Pride’s singular site at the end of Spring Mountain Road, the 2018 Viognier is a stunning white wine, boasting the characteristics that mark the top examples in the world. Redolent of sweet citrus peel, flower pollen, grapefruit marmalade, and a touch of ginger, it’s got the trademark aromatics, along with a lush, round mouthfeel whose elegance belies the wine’s substantial richness. 

Seriousness without heaviness, depth without weight—it’s the highest compliment one can pay to a white wine, and it’s echoed in Antonio Galloni’s pithy but glowing review, which is worth printing in full: “The 2018 Viognier is fabulous. In fact, this vintage is one of the very best versions of this wine I can remember tasting. Rich and luscious with tons of varietal character, the 2018 conveys intensity with no excess weight. I loved it.” 

Hand-harvested at night, gently pressed, and fermented in neutral French oak barrels, this is mountain white wine at its best. Anyone in love with California Chardonnays and other full white wines, this is the bottle to bring out at your next dinner party. You’ll be thrilled we let you in on the secret—and tempted to keep it to yourself.