Everything About Viognier Grape
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Viognier Description
Origin: France
History: Viognier is a white grape variety originating from the Northern Rhône region in France, particularly associated with the Condrieu appellation. It was once near extinction but has experienced a resurgence due to its unique aromatic profile and versatility.
Appearance: Small to medium-sized, golden-yellow berries with a thick skin.
Growing Traits: Viognier is a late-ripening grape that requires a warm climate to achieve optimal ripeness. It is sensitive to yields and can be challenging to cultivate, often resulting in low yields. The grape's thick skin helps protect it from pests and diseases.
Food Pairing Viognier's aromatic profile and full body make it a versatile pairing for a variety of dishes. It complements rich seafood like lobster and crab, as well as poultry dishes such as roasted chicken or duck. The wine's floral and fruity notes also pair well with Asian cuisine, including Thai and Indian dishes, and creamy cheeses like Brie or Camembert.
Body
Sweetness
Tannin
Acidity
Alcohol
Full-bodied with a rich, creamy texture, offering a luxurious mouthfeel. Typically vinified dry, highlighting its natural fruitiness and floral notes. As a white grape variety, Viognier wines have negligible tannin content, resulting in a smooth and approachable mouthfeel. Medium acidity, providing balance and freshness to the wine. Moderate to high alcohol content, generally ranging from 12% to 14%, contributing to the wine's body and intensity.
Peach 
Apricot 
Honey 
Orange Blossom 
Spice Viognier wines are characterized by their intense aromas and flavors of ripe stone fruits like peach and apricot, complemented by notes of honey, orange blossom, and subtle spices. The wines are typically full-bodied with a rich, creamy texture and a moderate to high alcohol content, balanced by medium acidity. These characteristics make Viognier wines both aromatic and flavorful, appealing to a wide range of palates.
Regions
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France
•Northern Rhône
•Languedoc-Roussillon
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United States
•California
•Washington
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Australia
•Adelaide Hills
•Hunter Valley
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South Africa
•Stellenbosch
•Paternoster
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Chile
•Limarí Valley
•Elqui Valley
Notable Wines and Producers
Condrieu
•Domaine Georges Vernay
•E. Guigal
•Yves Cuilleron
Y Series Viognier
•Yalumba
Paternoster Viognier
•Paternoster
Viognier FAQ
France
Viognier has a body level of 4 out of 5. Which means that Viognier is Moderate to Full bodied.
Viognier has a dryness level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Viognier is Dry.
France
Viognier is grown in France (Northern Rhône, Languedoc-Roussillon)United States (California, Washington)Australia (Adelaide Hills, Hunter Valley)South Africa (Stellenbosch, Paternoster)Chile (Limarí Valley, Elqui Valley).
Viognier wines are characterized by their intense aromas and flavors of ripe stone fruits like peach and apricot, complemented by notes of honey, orange blossom, and subtle spices. The wines are typically full-bodied with a rich, creamy texture and a moderate to high alcohol content, balanced by medium acidity. These characteristics make Viognier wines both aromatic and flavorful, appealing to a wide range of palates.
Viognier's aromatic profile and full body make it a versatile pairing for a variety of dishes. It complements rich seafood like lobster and crab, as well as poultry dishes such as roasted chicken or duck. The wine's floral and fruity notes also pair well with Asian cuisine, including Thai and Indian dishes, and creamy cheeses like Brie or Camembert.
Viognier wines are characterized by their intense aromas and flavors of ripe stone fruits like peach and apricot, complemented by notes of honey, orange blossom, and subtle spices. The wines are typically full-bodied with a rich, creamy texture and a moderate to high alcohol content, balanced by medium acidity. These characteristics make Viognier wines both aromatic and flavorful, appealing to a wide range of palates.