Viognier vs Xarello
Compare Viognier and Xarello: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Viognier | Xarello | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | blanc | blanc |
| Number of wines | 9558 | 2614 |
| Average rating | 3.76 / 5 | 3.58 / 5 |
| Producing countries | France, United States, South Africa, Australia, Italy | Spain, Italy, France, Mexico, Germany |
Viognier
Opulent, heady whites, rich and silky, with intense aromas of apricot, yellow peach, mango, violet, honeysuckle and musky, honeyed notes. Discreet acidity, creamy finish. Star of Condrieu AOC and Château-Grillet AOC, co-vinified in Côte-Rôtie with Syrah (up to 20%). Widely exported to California (Central Coast), Australia (Eden Valley) and Languedoc. A Rhône variety.
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Structured, aromatic whites with full body and firm acidity, with aromas of white flowers, yellow fruits, fennel, fresh almond, Mediterranean herbs and mineral notes. Central component of Cava DO (with macabeo and parellada), bringing structure and ageing potential to Catalan sparkling wines. Also as ambitious still whites in Penedès DO and Classic Penedès. Native Catalan variety.
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