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Score 90/100 · James Suckling, Sep 2019

Savory and waxy aromas here with a smooth, grilled-cashew and hazelnut edge, as well as pears. The palate has good fluidity and depth. 95% roussanne and 5% viognier. Drink now.

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90
90/100

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90
90/100

James Suckling

92
92/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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92 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 92/100 · Drink 2019-2024, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, May 2019

The 2017 Roussanne-Viognier Venus is gorgeous. Pliant, silky and creamy, yet very much in the Donelan style. Apricot, tangerine, chamomile and lightly honeyed notes grace this pretty, inviting white.

89 points
Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate
Score 89/100 · Drink 2019-2022, Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate, Apr 2019

The 2017 Venus is a blend of 95% Roussanne and 5% Viognier, fermented and aged for 11 months in neutral puncheons. It opens with a lovely nose of white pepper, honeysuckle and peaches with notes of fresh white pear and baker’s yeast plus a rocky vein. Medium to full-bodied, it offers fresh apple and pear fruit in the mouth with peppery/yeasty touches, lifted by juicy acidity and finishing with a pleasant touch of texture. 221 cases produced.

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Donelan Family Wines
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