
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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Christophe Pichon Condrieu 2015Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Falernia Viognier Reserva 2015Viognier from Elqui Valley, Chile
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Barboursville Reserve Viognier 2015Viognier from Virginia, Other U.S.
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- RP
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Penner-Ash Viognier 2015Viognier from Oregon
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Louis Cheze Condrieu Pagus Luminis 2015Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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The White Knight Viognier 2015Viognier from Clarksburg, Yolo County, California
- WW
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Penya Cotes Catalanes Viognier 2015Viognier from Languedoc, South of France, France
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Jaffurs Viognier 2015Viognier from Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California
- RP
- WS
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Pennautier Viognier 2015Viognier from Pays d’Oc, South of France, France
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Le P'tit Paysan L'Apiculteur Cedar Lane Vineyard Viognier 2015Viognier from Arroyo Seco, Monterey, Central Coast, California
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Cass Winery Viognier 2015Viognier from Paso Robles, Central Coast, California
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Tahbilk Viognier 2015Viognier from Victoria, Australia
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Fess Parker Rodney’s Vineyard Viognier 2015Viognier from Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California
- WS
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Le Paradou Viognier 2015Viognier from Vin de France, France
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Ampelos Cellars Viognier 2015Viognier from Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California
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Maison Nicolas Perrin Viognier 2015Viognier from Vin de France, France
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Wild Horse Viognier 2015Viognier from Central Coast, California
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Robert Hall Viognier 2015Viognier from Paso Robles, Central Coast, California
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Chateau Lagrezette Le Pigeonnier White 2015Viognier from France
- WS
- WE
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Calera Central Coast Viognier 2015Viognier from San Benito, Central Coast, California
- WS
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Tangent Paragon Vineyard Viognier 2015Viognier from Edna Valley, Central Coast, California
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Georges Vernay Condrieu Les Chaillees de L'Enfer 2015Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Yalumba Organic Viognier 2015Viognier from South Australia, Australia
- WS
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People's Wine Revolution Viognier 2015Viognier from Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California
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Carol Shelton Wild Thing Viognier 2015Viognier from Sierra Foothills, California