Larry and Jeanine Kuhlken planted their vineyard in the Hill County’s Bell Mountain AVA, the first AVA in Texas established in 1986. It became the estate vineyard of Pedernales Cellars, which was established by their next generation, David and Julie. They also source grapes from other growers in other Texas regions. The Viognier grapes for this wine come from Bingham Vineyards and Reddy Vineyards in the High Plains. It is aged in new and second use French oak adding richness and depth to this sumptuous wine. Aromas and flavors of ripe pear, dried figs, with notes of orange zest, honeysuckle and vanilla are round and smooth in the mouth. Serve it with roast chicken or pork tenderloin.
Pedernales Cellars, Texas High Plains (Texas) Viognier 2019
By Rebecca Murphy