Viognier

The early days of the 2018 vintage in western Paso Robles were moderate compared with recent vintages. Given that the soils hold water very well, minimal irrigation was applied during most of the 2018 growing season, until the heat in early September arrived. We have many subtle differences in the two sites where Viognieris grown at Gean, with Block 5 in the southern part of the ranch bringing citrus and strong floral notes on the heavier clay soils, while Block 14 to the north provides fruit with aromas of linalool, lychee and Asian spice on its gravelly, weathered sandstone. Harvest began with Block 5 on September 21st and finished with Block 14 on October 2nd. Maturity, which is so important for this varietal, was reached at 26.0° Brix while retaining excellent acidity. The 2018 Gesture Viognier is a blend of both blocks, each contributing their own individuality into the final wine.