Wines made from Viognier grapes of Bangalore
Discover the best wines made with Viognier as a single variety or as a blend of Bangalore.
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.
Karnataka region (southern India) around Nandi Hills, vineyards at altitude up to 1,000 m offsetting tropical latitude (13°N), gravel-limestone-gneiss soils, monsoon June-Sept. Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc are local signatures: firm, spicy Cabernet (blackcurrant, plum, pepper) and tropical, lively Sauvignon Blanc (passion fruit, citrus, herbs). Sunny Shiraz, floral Viognier, Chenin Blanc and fresh Chardonnay. Grover Zampa is the Indian pioneer (1988).