Wines made from Viognier grapes of Australia - Page 5
Discover the best wines made with Viognier as a single variety or as a blend of Australia.
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.
More informations about the wines of Australia
Australia is an extremely important wine producing country, both in terms of quality and the scale of its wine economy. Wine Australia's 2018 annual report describes it as the sixth largest wine producer in the world. That year's production was 1. 29 million litres (341 million US gallons), split 52:48 between red and white.
What are the typical flavors of the Viognier grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 15% of Viognier
- Citrus fruitPresent in 6% of Viognier
- OakPresent in 5% of Viognier
- EarthPresent in 4% of Viognier
- MicrobioPresent in 3% of Viognier
- CitrusPresent in 2% of Viognier
- Red fruitPresent in 2% of Viognier
- Black fruitPresent in 2% of Viognier
- SpicesPresent in 1% of Viognier
- Non oakPresent in 1% of Viognier
- CherryPresent in 1% of Viognier
- OakyPresent in 1% of Viognier
- Dried fruitPresent in 1% of Viognier
- PeachPresent in 1% of Viognier
News about the grape variety Viognier
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 ...
The best sites in the Rhône Valley for red and white wines
As one of the largest wine making regions in the world, it is not surprising that the Rhône Valley is home to some exceptional wines and when it comes to deciding on which place to visit, you are spoilt for choice. If you’re thinking of taking a trip, we have listed a few of our favourite village/vineyard sites to help you have an unforgettable experience, while sampling the finest wines. Top vineyard sites for red wines The Southern Rhône produces a wide range of premium wines, with red ...
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 ...