Duchman Family Winery – Viognier
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USA - TX
Texas High Plains
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White
The Facts
UPCs 2023 (750ml) - 8 58184 00155 5
Origins USA - TX > Texas High Plains
Appellation Texas High Plains
Varietal Viognier
Cepage 100% Viognier
Winemaking Harvested from select vineyards on the Texas High Plains, where elevations above 3,000 feet create the perfect conditions for Viognier to develop intense aromatics while maintaining crucial acidity. The grapes are carefully harvested during the cool early morning hours to preserve their delicate aromatic compounds. After gentle pressing, the juice undergoes temperature-controlled fermentation entirely in stainless steel tanks, allowing the variety's natural vibrancy and aromatic complexity to shine through unmasked by oak influence. This approach emphasizes the pure expression of both the Viognier grape and its High Plains terroir, resulting in a wine that balances intense fruit character with refreshing acidity and elegant structure—a testament to the remarkable potential for Mediterranean varieties in the Texas landscape.
Aging Stainless steel fermentation preserving aromatic intensity
Alcohol by Volume 14.1%
Markets Texas
Trade and Media
The Character
Overall Intensely aromatic white with elegant Texas character
Aromas White peach, candied lemon peel, tangerine, orange blossom, honeysuckle, jasmine, minerality
Mouthfeel Medium-bodied, crisp acidity, silky texture, fresh finish
Tasting Notes Presenting a brilliant pale gold color with platinum highlights, Duchman Viognier captivates with an expressive bouquet of white peach, candied lemon peel, tangerine, and orange blossom, complemented by subtle notes of honeysuckle and candied ginger. On the palate, this medium-bodied wine delights with its remarkable balance of lush texture and vibrant acidity—showcasing flavors of stone fruit, citrus zest, and delicate floral notes leading to a crisp, mineral-driven finish. The stainless steel fermentation preserves Viognier's naturally exuberant aromatics while the region's high-elevation terroir contributes a distinctive freshness and precision. This brilliant wine demonstrates why Viognier has found such a perfect home in the Texas High Plains.
Selling Point Vibrant, aromatic, elegant expression of Texas terroir
Pairings Spicy Thai cuisine, artichoke dishes, grilled shrimp, roasted chicken, soft cheeses, barbecue pork
The Story
Viognier, a grape that nearly vanished from the world in the 1960s with fewer than 30 acres remaining in its native France, has found an unexpected but perfect home in the Texas High Plains. When Drs. Lisa and Stan Duchman founded their winery in 2006 with a vision to bring world-class winemaking to Texas, they recognized that Viognier—with its natural affinity for warm days, cool nights, and well-drained soils—would thrive in the unique Texas climate.
Cultivated in the Texas High Plains at elevations exceeding 3,000 feet, Duchman's Viognier benefits from the region's significant diurnal temperature shifts that develop its stunning aromatic complexity while preserving crucial acidity. The High Plains' sandy loam soils provide excellent drainage and impart a subtle minerality that balances the grape's naturally exuberant fruit character.
Winemaker Dave Reilly showcases this Viognier through stainless steel fermentation, allowing the variety's signature aromatic brilliance—bursts of white peach, candied citrus peel, and delicate floral notes—to remain pure and vibrant. This approach captures the grape's natural richness while maintaining the freshness and precision that makes it so food-friendly, even with traditionally challenging pairings like artichoke dishes.
Duchman's Viognier represents a prime example of what happens when Mediterranean varieties find their voice in Texas terroir—a wine of remarkable intensity and elegance that shows why this once-obscure grape may well be the perfect white varietal expression of the Texas winegrowing landscape.
Cultivated in the Texas High Plains at elevations exceeding 3,000 feet, Duchman's Viognier benefits from the region's significant diurnal temperature shifts that develop its stunning aromatic complexity while preserving crucial acidity. The High Plains' sandy loam soils provide excellent drainage and impart a subtle minerality that balances the grape's naturally exuberant fruit character.
Winemaker Dave Reilly showcases this Viognier through stainless steel fermentation, allowing the variety's signature aromatic brilliance—bursts of white peach, candied citrus peel, and delicate floral notes—to remain pure and vibrant. This approach captures the grape's natural richness while maintaining the freshness and precision that makes it so food-friendly, even with traditionally challenging pairings like artichoke dishes.
Duchman's Viognier represents a prime example of what happens when Mediterranean varieties find their voice in Texas terroir—a wine of remarkable intensity and elegance that shows why this once-obscure grape may well be the perfect white varietal expression of the Texas winegrowing landscape.
About Duchman Family Winery
Producer Story
Founded in 2006 by Drs. Lisa and Stan Duchman, this winery champions Italian and Mediterranean varieties that thrive in Texas. Using 100% Texas grapes, they create wines honoring European traditions while capturing the unique character of Texas terroir.
Producer Story
Founded in 2006 by Drs. Lisa and Stan Duchman, this winery champions Italian and Mediterranean varieties that thrive in Texas. Using 100% Texas grapes, they create wines honoring European traditions while capturing the unique character of Texas terroir.
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