Wines made from Viognier grapes

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More informations about the variety Viognier

White Viognier is a grape variety that originated in France (Rhone Valley). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small bunches, and grapes of small size. White Viognier can be found in many vineyards: South West, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Rhone Valley, Burgundy, Jura, Champagne, Savoie & Bugey, Provence & Corsica, Loire Valley, Beaujolais.

What are the typical flavors of the Viognier grape variety?

EarthPresent in 95% of Viognier
OakPresent in 94% of Viognier
SpicesPresent in 90% of Viognier
Non oakPresent in 90% of Viognier
MicrobioPresent in 84% of Viognier
FloralPresent in 69% of Viognier
Citrus fruitPresent in 66% of Viognier
Tree fruitPresent in 65% of Viognier
Tropical fruitPresent in 55% of Viognier
VegetalPresent in 54% of Viognier

VanillaPresent in 54% of Viognier
CreamPresent in 50% of Viognier
Red fruitPresent in 49% of Viognier
Black fruitPresent in 46% of Viognier
MineralityPresent in 44% of Viognier
Dried fruitPresent in 43% of Viognier
HoneyPresent in 43% of Viognier
PeachPresent in 42% of Viognier
ApricotPresent in 40% of Viognier
OakyPresent in 39% of Viognier

News about the grape variety Viognier

Andrew Jefford: ‘Pinotism is a cult within the wine world. Why?’

The voice drops a little; the tone grows more reverential. Everyone knows; everyone understands. There will be wry allusions to a quest, perhaps even the grail. Sacrifice is expected en route; failure (always forgiven: a badge of honour) beckons on every side. Kitted up, your hopes armour-plated? I might be talking about planting vines on a cleared slope, or simply about taking the corkscrew to a ridiculously expensive bottle of wine, but you all know by now what’s meant. Pinot Noir. ‘Pinotism’ ...

Ex-NBA star Tony Parker buys Château Saint Laurent near Avignon

Basketball legend Tony Parker announced today (17 November) that he has officially purchased Château Saint Laurent, which lies just to the east of Avignon in southern France. Financial details weren’t disclosed, but the move marks a new winemaking venture for Parker, a six-time NBA All-Star who retired in 2019 after a glittering career that also included representing France at international level. Tony Parker’s new property near to Avignon. Photo credit: Château Saint Laurent. Picturesque ...

Burns Night: Wines to match with haggis

Ideas for pairing wines with haggis on Burns Night: Syrah / Shiraz Shiraz-Grenache blends Viognier Beaujolais Cru (Gamay) German Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir) Chilean País There are a few different avenues to explore if you’re looking to pair wines with haggis, which sees its star quality celebrated at Burns Night supper with the traditional reading of Robert Burns’ poem, ‘Address to a Haggis‘. Made well, and from a quality source, haggis offers a rich combination of meaty ...