{"product_id":"ridgeback-viognier-2024","title":"Ridgeback Viognier 2024","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eRidgeback Wines is a boutique producer in Paarl that focuses on expressive, fruit-driven wines with personality and balance. The Ridgeback Viognier showcases the potential of this aromatic varietal in warm South African conditions without resorting to overt oak or heavy intervention. Vineyards on the northern slopes of Paarl Mountain benefit from sun-filled days tempered by cool evenings, encouraging Viognier to ripen fully while retaining natural acidity - a balance that brings out floral elegance and ripe stone fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003eIn the cellar, gentle handling and thoughtful fermentation emphasise purity of fruit and texture. Ridgeback’s winemaking approach lets the vineyard speak, crafting a Viognier that feels both immediate and refined in its expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003ePale golden with bright clarity in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eInviting aromatics of apricot blossom, white peach and honeysuckle with subtle hints of citrus zest and a touch of spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eMedium-bodied with plush flavours of ripe peach, apricot and citrus pith. A soft creaminess from lees contact adds mouthfeel, while fresh acidity keeps the wine lively rather than heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"2049\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003eClean and gently lingering with a hint of orchard fruit and subtle spice, leaving an impression of brightness and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ridgeback","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45185713406131,"sku":"WW2440VO01","price":250.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/WW2440VO01.jpg?v=1766151503","url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/products\/ridgeback-viognier-2024","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}