Tasting- d'Arengerg The Hermit Crab

Week 3

Name: d'Arenberg The Hermit Crab Viognier Marsanne

Variety: 55% Viognier, 45% Marsanne

Region: McLaren Vale

Country: Australia

Year: 2012

Price:  $14

Food? No

Winemaker's notes from wine.com: The Viognier throws the first punch in this wonderfully aromatic wine with its heavenly lift of candied ginger and crunchy, yet sweet white nectarine. A deeper look unveils the more complex Marsanne notes of green papaya and pistachio. An abundance of stone fruits hold sway over the sumptuous attack and mid palate. The finish is surprisingly savoury. The Marsanne's nuttiness is quite persistent and coupled with a delicate hint of sea spray. The complete package of stone fruits and spice with a long savoury finish makes this wine the perfect dinner party starter.

My Review: I felt the nose was sharp and pungent. I detected more floral notes than fruity notes. The taste was complex and lingering, I detected excellent play on the mid and back palette. I detected mellow notes and flavors, like dried pasta and mild apples- a mellow, starchy flavor. I found this wine light and refreshing, and would love to have it again!