Wines made from Viognier grapes of Fauquier County
Discover the best wines made with Viognier as a single variety or as a blend of Fauquier County.
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.
Virginia viticultural county (Middleburg AVA), Blue Ridge foothills 45 min from Washington DC. Cabernet Franc and Viognier as signature varieties — elegant red with red fruits, ripe bell pepper and a refined herbal touch, and aromatic white with yellow fruits and white flowers. Petit Verdot, Petit Manseng, Tannat, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc as structured complements. Italian Sangiovese and Nebbiolo emerging.