
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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Zaca Mesa Viognier 2014Viognier from Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California
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Georges Vernay Condrieu Les Chaillees de L'Enfer 2014Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Jaboulet Condrieu Les Cassines 2014Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Calera Central Coast Viognier 2014Viognier from San Benito, Central Coast, California
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Casey Flat Ranch Viognier 2014Viognier from California
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Gregory Graham Bartolucci Vineyard Viognier 2014Viognier from Lake County, North Coast, California
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Pennautier Viognier 2014Viognier from Pays d’Oc, South of France, France
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Nine Hats Viognier 2014Viognier from Columbia Valley, Washington
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Bedell Cellars Viognier 2014Viognier from New York, Other U.S.
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Domaine Grand Veneur Cotes du Rhone Blanc de Viognier 2014Viognier from Cotes du Rhone, Rhone, France
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Cambria Tepusquet Vineyards Viognier 2014Viognier from Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, California
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Robert Hall Viognier 2014Viognier from Central Coast, California
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Stags' Leap Winery Viognier 2014Viognier from Napa Valley, California
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Tahbilk Viognier 2014Viognier from Victoria, Australia
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Fairview Viognier 2014Viognier from South Africa
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McPherson Viognier 2014Viognier from Texas, Other U.S.
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Jaffurs Viognier 2014Viognier from Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California
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Jean-Luc Colombo Condrieu Amour de Dieu 2014Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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La Forge Estate Viognier 2014Viognier from Languedoc, South of France, France
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Ampelos Cellars Viognier 2014Viognier from Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California
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Tangent Paragon Vineyard Viognier 2014Viognier from Edna Valley, Central Coast, California
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Barboursville Reserve Viognier 2014Viognier from Virginia, Other U.S.
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Wild Horse Viognier 2014Viognier from Central Coast, California
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Stolpman Vineyards Viognier 2014Viognier from Ballard Canyon, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California
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Maison Nicolas Perrin Viognier 2014Viognier from Vin de France, France