The author does not supply tested formulae. Wine variety roles and small co-fermented Viognier effects are comparative leads, not guaranteed results from blending bottled whiskey. Toasty young/aged styles do not establish oak use.
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Marsanne's viscous richness and relatively restrained freshness are contrasted with cleaner, firmer Roussanne. Viognier's plush texture, weight and phenolics can be more consistent than the expected floral aroma, which oak or bottle variation may mask. Grenache Blanc contributes broad soft fruit in southern blends, with Bourboulenc and Clairette described as acidity contributors.
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Marsanne, Roussanne, Viognier and southern Rhone white blends
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Marsanne's viscous richness and relatively restrained freshness are contrasted with cleaner, firmer Roussanne. Viognier's plush texture, weight and phenolics can be more consistent than the expected floral aroma, which oak or bottle variation may mask. Grenache Blanc contributes broad soft fruit in southern blends, with Bourboulenc and Clairette described as acidity contributors.
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The author does not supply tested formulae. Wine variety roles and small co-fermented Viognier effects are comparative leads, not guaranteed results from blending bottled whiskey. Toasty young/aged styles do not establish oak use.
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