The Williamsburg Winery, Virginia (United States) Chardonnay – Viognier 2020

  I’ve seen this blend increasing in popularity over the last few years — especially from U.S. wineries.  I am glad to see Williamsburg Winery venturing down this path.  Virginia has been producing outstanding world-class Viogniers, including some that show their merit when tasted "blind” alongside other Viognier powerhouses, including Condrieu.  There are clear differences in some pairings, but the fact that they are at or near the same level is exciting.  This blend (66% Chardonnay, 34% Viognier) showed tropical fruit notes and balanced oak usage. The Viognier helps provide complexity in the tropical fruit notes, to include kiwi and green mango notes.  Overall, I hope others decide to venture the Chardonnay – Viognier path.  I would argue you should too.