2010 Donelan Venus
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The 2010 Venus (97% Roussanne and 3% Viognier) is a gorgeous wine laced with white peaches, exotic flowers and spices. It reveals gorgeous inner perfume and the delicate quality of the cold, late harvest that resulted in silky fruit with potential alcohols of just 11-13%.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2010 Venus (97% Roussanne and 3% Viognier) is a gorgeous wine laced with white peaches, exotic flowers and spices. It reveals gorgeous inner perfume and the delicate quality of the cold, late harvest that resulted in silky fruit with potential alcohols of just 11-13%. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2014. Proprietor Joe Donelan and his winemaker Tyler Thomas share a passion for cool-climate marginal sites. Given the focus on sourcing from top vineyards, it is hardly a surprise that the vineyard-designates are the most exciting wines in this lineup. I have a harder time finding the same level of enthusiasm for the winery’s numerous blended cuvees, but these are all excellent to outstanding wines that merit serious attention. Tel. (707) 591-0782; www.donelanwines.com
Tasted out of tank, the 2010 Donelan Venus will most likely end up being a blend of 90% Roussanne and 10% Viognier. Beautifully perfumed and aromatic, with notable purity and depth, this has a medium-bodied, supple feel, as well as juicy acidity that shows more on the finish. The acidity will keep this interesting to those who love the leaner styled white, yet this has plenty of depth and richness as well. It should have 4-5 years of prime drinking.