Herbaceousness?

[wondersofwine]

Sometimes sauvignon blanc has a grassy characteristic. I once sampled a Condrieu (from the Viognier grape) that reminded me of mountain herbs. Strangely, the next time I sampled the Condrieu (same producer and vintage), I didn't find mountain herbs in the mix. Herbaceous could also describe characteristics reminiscent of dill, mint, thyme, etc. Other wines will have a spiciness--suggestive of pepper, clove, cardamon, cinnamon, nutmeg, etc.