Wines made from Viognier grapes of Israel
Discover the best wines made with Viognier as a single variety or as a blend of Israel.
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 Israel
Israel is located in the western Part of the Middle East (or Near East), at the eastern end of the Mediterranean. The controversial borders of the modern Jewish state were created following World War II. Its wine industry has its roots in the late 19th century, but has expanded greatly in recent decades. Various varieties of "international" wine grapes have proven themselves in Israel's best Vineyards.
What are the typical flavors of the Viognier grape variety?
- Citrus fruitPresent in 32% of Viognier
- Tree fruitPresent in 30% of Viognier
- EarthPresent in 24% of Viognier
- OakPresent in 21% of Viognier
- MicrobioPresent in 19% of Viognier
- Tropical fruitPresent in 18% of Viognier
- SpicesPresent in 14% of Viognier
- Non oakPresent in 12% of Viognier
- FloralPresent in 5% of Viognier
- VegetalPresent in 4% of Viognier
- Red fruitPresent in 4% of Viognier
- Black fruitPresent in 4% of Viognier
- Dried fruitPresent in 3% of Viognier
- LemonPresent in 1% of Viognier
- OilPresent in 1% of Viognier
- GuavaPresent in 1% of Viognier
- MelonPresent in 1% of Viognier
- HoneyPresent in 1% of Viognier
- GrassPresent in 1% of Viognier
- OrangePresent in 1% of Viognier
News about the grape variety Viognier
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