The Non-Vintage Museum Reserve 21 Years Old Antique Tawny notches up the power and concentration. Amber brown it has a fragrant perfume of figs, dates, molasses, and assorted candied fruits. It has exceptional length and balancing acidity. Drink these fortified wines at the end of a meal with roasted nuts and a good cigar.Yalumba has devoted considerable effort to bringing out the best in Viognier.Importer: Negociants USA, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 359-0993

Comes across as slightly spirity on the nose, with a pronounced nutty character that persists throughout, but which is balanced by layers of dark toffee, molasses and date-like fruit on the palate. This is rich and sweet, with great intensity on the finish. ——J.C.(2/1/2011)—— 92