Alvi’s Drift Signature Viognier is an aromatic white wine from Worcester, made from 100% Viognier within the fruit-driven Signature Selection. The wine possesses the characteristic richness of Viognier, with ripe yellow peach, spring blossom, roundness, and a soft mid-palate structure, while its fresh acidity makes it highly versatile at the dinner table.
This Viognier comes from Alvi’s Drift in Worcester, around the Breede River.
Location / Origin: The vineyards are situated in Worcester, where the Breede River flows through the family estate and plays a significant role in the local microclimate.
Climate & Influences: The Mediterranean microclimate provides the grapes with ripeness and aromatic intensity, while soil diversity and river influences contribute to balance and complexity.
Vineyard Management: The vineyards are sustainably fertilized with natural compost from the farm itself. This supports healthy soils and consistent quality.
Vineyard & Harvest: The clusters are selectively hand-harvested in the cool early morning, ensuring that only healthy and perfectly ripe grapes are used.
The vinification is focused on aromatic intensity, fresh fruit, and a round, soft texture.
Harvest & Selection: Only premium free-run juice is used. This creates a pure base in which the expressive character of Viognier comes to the fore.
Fermentation: The clarified juice is cold-fermented. This cool fermentation helps keep the aromas of yellow peach and blossom clear and vibrant.
Aging: After fermentation, the wine ages on the lees for several months. This adds extra roundness and a subtle, coating mouthfeel, fitting for the generous style of Viognier.
Alcohol content: With 13.5% alcohol, this white wine has sufficient body, beautifully supported by 6.6 g/l acidity for freshness and balance.
This wine is made entirely from Viognier.
100% Viognier – Worcester: Viognier gives this wine its ripe yellow peach, floral aromas, soft texture, and aromatic breadth. In this Signature style, the grape remains accessible and fruit-driven, with enough tension to stand up well next to spiced dishes.
