Tommy’s Wine Journal

The 2007 Highflyer Viognier comes from Borra Vineyards in the Lodi sub-appellation of Clements Hills, on the north bank of the Mokelumbe River.  It is a small production Viognier with only 985 cases being produced. What I most enjoyed about this wine was it’s luscious texture and rounded mouthfeel. 

On the nose I get aromas of lychee fruit, honeysuckle, white peach, and white blossom. Many of those aromas translate onto the palate where the wine shows notes of honeysuckle, lime, white peach, and mineral. There is such a round and beautiful mouthfeel and great acidity to back it up. The only thing this wine lacks is a bit of a boost on the nose and perhaps secondary complexities on the palate. Overall a nice bottle of Viognier and a decently balanced effort.