Wines made from Viognier grapes of Saint-Guilhem-le-Desert
Discover the best wines made with Viognier as a single variety or as a blend of Saint-Guilhem-le-Desert.
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.
IGP of northern Hérault at the foot of Larzac and Cévennes (72 communes around the classified village): Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Cinsault and Mourvèdre signature in king reds and rosés — Mediterranean profile with signature notes of red and black fruits, spices and garrigue, Merlot adding spicy touch. Grenache Blanc, Rolle, Roussanne and Viognier in whites with floral and fruity notes. IGP, 100-150 m, schist, marl, limestone and molasse, ideal Mediterranean climate.