Wines made from Viognier grapes of British Columbia
Discover the best wines made with Viognier as a single variety or as a blend of British Columbia.
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 region of British Columbia
British Columbia is Canada's westernmost province, located on the edge of the Pacific Ocean. The diversity of landscapes here – from rainy islands to desert-like valley floors – means that a wide variety of Grapes are planted here. They include Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Riesling, as well as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. While volumes are lower than those of the province of Ontario, British Columbia is home to a rapidly growing wine industry.
What are the typical flavors of the Viognier grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 19% of Viognier
- Citrus fruitPresent in 18% of Viognier
- OakPresent in 16% of Viognier
- EarthPresent in 14% of Viognier
- Tropical fruitPresent in 11% of Viognier
- Non oakPresent in 9% of Viognier