{"product_id":"babylonstoren-viognier-2025","title":"Babylonstoren Viognier 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eBabylonstoren Viognier 2025 is an expressive South African white wine that captures the aromatic, generous character of the Viognier grape with impressive balance. Grown near the Simonsberg Mountains, it combines ripe orchard fruit, floral elegance and refreshing acidity in a polished style that is both richly textured and easy to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright and inviting in the glass, the wine opens with an intensely aromatic nose of apricot, peach, orange blossom and ripe citrus, followed by hints of tropical fruit and delicate spice. The combination of floral and fruit-driven aromas gives it an immediately appealing character.\n\nOn the palate, it is rounded and silky, with generous fruit concentration and lively acidity that keeps the wine fresh and well balanced. The finish is long and harmonious, marked by floral nuances and a subtle mineral note. This Viognier is best enjoyed in its youth, when its vibrant fruit and aromatic freshness are at their most expressive, though careful short-term cellaring may allow additional texture to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Viognier is sourced from Babylonstoren’s vineyards near the Simonsberg Mountains in South Africa’s Western Cape, where the combination of mountain-influenced surroundings and a warm growing climate helps produce ripe, aromatic fruit while retaining freshness. Specific details regarding harvesting methods and vinification are not provided, but the finished wine clearly reflects a careful focus on preserving Viognier’s fragrance, texture and natural balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe Babylonstoren Viognier lightly chilled at approximately 10–12°C. Its rounded texture and aromatic profile make it a natural partner for grilled or roasted poultry, seafood with citrus or aromatic herbs, Thai and Indian dishes with moderate spice, creamy vegetable dishes and soft, mildly pungent cheeses. Decanting is not necessary, although allowing the wine to breathe briefly in the glass can further reveal its floral and fruit-driven character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBabylonstoren is a historic wine estate in the Western Cape, situated at the foot of the Simonsberg Mountains. Founded in 1692, it is one of the Cape’s oldest surviving farmsteads and is known for combining its heritage with a modern, quality-focused approach to wine, food and hospitality. The estate’s distinctive gardens, diverse agricultural setting and carefully crafted wines have made it one of the region’s most recognisable destinations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Babylonstoren","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54475650531665,"sku":"FW-10535","price":27.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/NVGrid_031d1c66-bc5a-461f-9e34-40a01c8ab223.png?v=1785707706","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/babylonstoren-viognier-2025","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}