Wines made from Viognier grapes of Sicilia
Discover the best wines made with Viognier as a single variety or as a blend of Sicilia.
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 Sicile
The wine region of Sicilia is located in the region of Sicile of Italy. We currently count 825 estates and châteaux in the of Sicilia, producing 1804 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Sicilia go well with generally quite well with dishes .
What are the typical flavors of the Viognier grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 7% of Viognier
- Tree fruitPresent in 6% of Viognier
- OakPresent in 5% of Viognier
- Tropical fruitPresent in 5% of Viognier
- Citrus fruitPresent in 5% of Viognier
- MicrobioPresent in 4% of Viognier
- TropicalPresent in 3% of Viognier
- SpicesPresent in 3% of Viognier
- Non oakPresent in 3% of Viognier
- Black fruitPresent in 3% of Viognier
- PearPresent in 3% of Viognier
- ApricotPresent in 3% of Viognier
- CitrusPresent in 3% of Viognier
- LemonPresent in 2% of Viognier
- FloralPresent in 2% of Viognier
- MangoPresent in 2% of Viognier
- MelonPresent in 2% of Viognier
- HoneyPresent in 2% of Viognier
- CheesePresent in 2% of Viognier
- StonePresent in 2% of Viognier
News about the grape variety Viognier
Walls: top northern Rhône whites under £30
Find Matt Walls’ 22 top-value northern Rhône whites below, and look out for his top 52 northern Rhône reds under £30 which will be published on 11th October. The northern Rhône produces just 5% of the total volume made in the broader Rhône Valley growing area. As demand for these wines increases, it’s not surprising to see prices ticking up. But it’s still possible to find some excellent wines retailing under £30 a bottle in the UK. Scroll down for tasting notes and scores for 22 great val ...
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 ...
Boela Gerber to take over at Virginia’s Southwest Mountains Vineyards
Boela Gerber is heading to the United States for a new adventure in the heart of the Monticello AVA in Charlottesville, Virginia. He will be taking over as the winemaker at Southwest Mountains Vineyards, a new winery located in the Keswick area of Albemarle County. Chardonnay, Petit Verdot, Viognier, Petit Manseng, Grüner Veltliner, Merlot and Cabernet Franc are among the varietals being produced there. It marks an exciting new chapter for Gerber, who took over as winemaker at Groot Constantia i ...