This offers peach, anise and apricot notes, with a rounded, creamy finish. A touch soft, but an echo of green fig keeps this honest enough. Viognier. Drink now. 50 cases imported.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Constantia Select to Add

The 2011 Cecily Viognier is raised in 30% new French barriques, the remainder second and third fill. It has a seductive bouquet of orange cordial, freshly opened tins of apricots and a tang of lemon peel. The palate is medium-bodied with fine definition and crispness; the fruits carefully controlled and allow lovely hazelnut and smoke to dominate the finish. Compelling stuff! Drink now-2017. Winemaker Justin van Wyk is at the helm of Beau Constantia and oversees Constantia’s two finest Viogniers (the other from Eagle’s Nest.) This is a name to look out for in the future.Importer: there is presently no US representation, although I am reliably informed that the wines will be available in the near future, therefore I have quoted domestic prices.

The 2010 Cecily Viognier has an understated nose: pure, well defined with tangible mineralite that unfurls enticingly in the glass. The palate is well balanced with a pleasing fatness in the mouth with lovely apricot, nectarine and white peach flavours. It is blessed with a well-defined finish that embraces that one barrel of new oak with style. This Viognier is well worth seeking out.This is a brand new venture in Constantia, the 2010 marking their debut vintage. Their vineyard is located at 350m on the Constantia Mountain Range. Winemaker Justin van Wyk produces is just 900 bottles from seven-year old vines, however their debut is very promising.No US importer, but it will probably be available in the US through www.cybercellar.co.za.