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d'Arenberg, "Hermit Crab" Viognier Marsanne - 2022

Name: d'Arenberg, "Hermit Crab" Viognier Marsanne
Brand: D'Arenberg
SKU: 42984
Price: 16.96 USD
Availability: InStock

Item # 42984 750mL

A blend of Viognier and Marsanne with a portion of Viognier fermented in seasoned French and American Oak to add mouth feel and support the subtle tannins. d'Arenberg is one of the undisputed kings of Australian Shiraz and other Rhone varieties that have historically defined the region. Fourth generation winemaker, Chester Osborn, recently converted all of the family's vineyards to organics and biodynamics and moved to solar energy in the winery.

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Color

White

Vintage

2022

Country

Australia

Region

South Australia

Sub-Region

McLaren Vale

Producer

D'Arenberg

Grape Variety

Viognier

Marsanne

Production Methods

Organic

Certified Organic

Wine made from grapes grown without synthetic pesticides, fertilizers and herbicides in the vineyard. Certified in the country of origin.

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McLaren Vale

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