
Viognier
Learn about Viognier — taste profile, popular regions and more ...
Full-figured and charmingly floral, Viognier is one of the most important white grapes of the northern Rhône, and the only one allowed in Condrieu and neighboring monopole (an entire appellation dedicated to just one winery), Château Grillet. It is also a blending variety in several appellations throughout the entire Rhône Valley. Viognier is grown throughout much of the rest of the wine world with some degree of success. Look for great New World examples from California, Oregon, Washington and cooler parts of Australia.
Tasting Notes for Viognier
Viognier is a dry, white wine with a full body and distinctive floral aromas. redolent of a full bouquet of flowers, stone and tropical fruits and a dash of spice. It is lower in acidity than most white wines, lending to its heavy impression on the palate. While a whiff of Viognier might suggest sweet flavors, these wines are typically quite dry.
Perfect Food Pairings for Viognier
Viognier is an intense, bold variety that can easily stand up to hearty food like pork loin with apricot stuffing, roasted chicken or chicken Kiev.
Sommelier Secrets for Viognier
While Viognier is a white grape, it also plays an important role in the red wines of Côte Rôtie in the northern Rhône. About 5% Viognier is typically co-fermented with the Syrah in order to stabilize the color, and as an added benefit, add a subtle perfume.
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Beringer Napa Valley Viognier 1998Viognier from Napa Valley, California
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McDowell Viognier 1998Viognier from North Coast, California
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Duboeuf Viognier 1998Viognier from Beaujolais, Burgundy, France
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RH Phillips EXP Viognier 1998Viognier from California
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Horton Viognier 1998Viognier from Virginia, Other U.S.
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Beaulieu Vineyard Signet Collection Viognier 1998Viognier from Napa Valley, California
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Smith & Hook Viognier 1998Viognier from Central Coast, California
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Cambria Viognier 1998Viognier from California
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Callaway Viognier 1998Viognier from California
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Cline Viognier 1998Viognier from Carneros, California
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Castle Vineyards Viognier 1998Viognier from Sonoma County, California
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Joseph Phelps Viognier 1998Viognier from Napa Valley, California
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Kunde Viognier 1998Viognier from Sonoma County, California
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Bonterra Organically Grown Viognier 1998Viognier from North Coast, California
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Vinum Cellars Vista Verde Vineyard Viognier 1998Viognier from California
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Testarossa Viognier Chalone 1998Viognier from Central Coast, California
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Delas Condrieu Grand vin du Rhone Viognier 1998Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Guigal Condrieu 1998Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Fess Parker Santa Barbara Viognier 1998Viognier from Central Coast, California
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Delas Condrieu Clos Boucher Viognier 1998Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Griffin Creek Viognier 1998Viognier from Rogue Valley, Oregon
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Arrowood Saralee's Vineyard Viognier 1998Viognier from Russian River, Sonoma County, California