Solms-Delta Amalie

Drank over two nights, no notes taken. This is a pleasing Rhone rendition that appears to have involved some longer skin contact. It has some sweetness in the nose and a fair amount of richness and heft, but is not cloying or clumsy as it has enough acid to keep it together. Pretty nose, good on its own and it would probably stand up well to roast chicken.

This was surprising. It had only a hint of residual sweetness. I thought the oak on this truly enhanced the taste without coming anywhere near to dominating. I will buy more of this.

When I noticed the golden ochre color and sniffed the sherry aromas, I thought the bottle was oxidized. However, after learning that the grapes were left to dessicate on the vine, and the wine was aged in oak barrels, I'm believing that this is the way the wine is supposed to be. Sherry color and aromatic notes as noted before, and ever so slightly off dry, but the flavors are of rich peaches, pineapples, oranges, lemonade and honey; the finish …

Very impressive- 55% Viognier 45% Grenache Blanc. Honey, limes, peaches, and rainy day smells on the nose. Palate is not to flabby or oxidized with those nutty flavors. I love this.

Classic Viognier-Grenache blend. Very nice. Tasted as a group of South African wines.