K Vintners, Yakima Valley (Washington) Viognier 2019

 Widely available, K Vintners’ wines are part of the Charles Smith lineup which includes the popular Substance brand.  “K” began with a single vineyard Syrah in 1999 and while it has grown amazingly, it still focuses primarily on Rhône wines.  From a vineyard in the southern end of Yakima Valley, this 2019 has a distinctive medium yellow color signaling this is a ripe wine.  However, the aroma is correct with ripe peach and dried apricot fruit with a touch of honey.  On the palate it is  big and round with mouth-filling flavors of citrus and dried apricot.  A light touch of acidity in the finish helps keep the wine in reasonable balance.  More of a crowd pleaser than a wine for aging.