Wines made from Viognier grapes of Northern Region
Discover the best wines made with Viognier as a single variety or as a blend of Northern Region.
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.
Major wine region of Israel encompassing Upper Galilee, Lower Galilee, and the Golan Heights, altitudes 180-1,200 m, volcanic basaltic and limestone soils. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah are the signature reds: fleshy and precise with notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, black cherry, Mediterranean garrigue, and a mineral touch, ripe tannins with freshness preserved by altitude. Carignan, Grenache, and Mourvèdre as reds. Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc as vibrant fresh whites.