YALUMBA EDEN VALLEY VIOGNIER SAMS COLLECTION Bottle:1 The whisky is aged for

The whisky is aged for a minimum of three years in new American white oak casks

The classic way to serve Special Reserve is with aged Stilton cheese after dinner

and herbal honeycomb notes on the long finish

This is also quite good for its appellation and worth considering

YALUMBA EDEN VALLEY VIOGNIER SAMS COLLECTION Bottle:1 The whisky is aged forYalumba 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.