Wines made from Viognier grapes of Texas High Plains
Discover the best wines made with Viognier as a single variety or as a blend of Texas High Plains.
More informations about the variety Viognier
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.
More informations about the region of Texas
Texas Panhandle's main AVA (~1,200 m altitude), source of most of the state's grapes. Signature Tempranillo: robust, sun-drenched reds with signature notes of blackberry, black cherry, tobacco, leather and sweet spice, round tannins — suited to the semi-arid climate. Also dense Cabernet Sauvignon, fruity Sangiovese, fleshy Mourvedre. Aromatic Viognier whites (apricot, flowers, honey).
What are the typical flavors of the Viognier grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 13% of Viognier
- Citrus fruitPresent in 10% of Viognier
- OakPresent in 8% of Viognier
- EarthPresent in 7% of Viognier
- MicrobioPresent in 6% of Viognier