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Viognier

A seductive, aromatic grape producing rich, full-bodied wines with intoxicating floral aromas. Nearly extinct in the 1960s, it has experienced a remarkable renaissance and is now grown worldwide.

BodyFull
ZuurgehalteLow
ZoetheidDry
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By 1965, there were only 8 hectares of Viognier left in the world. Today there are over 16,000 hectares globally.

👃 Proefnotities

Primaire smaken

PeachApricotTangerine

Secundaire smaken

VanillaCreamHoney

Aroma's

HoneysuckleOrange blossomJasmine

🌍 Beroemde wijnregio's

Condrieu

France
Original prestige

The historic home, produces the finest examples

Paso Robles

USA
New World success

Rich, fruity California interpretation

Languedoc

France
Affordable luxury

Great value with southern warmth

Virginia

USA
East Coast surprise

Emerging region with excellent results

🍽️ Perfecte spijscombinaties

Lobster in cream sauce
Thai green curry
Soft ripened cheeses
Roast pork
Moroccan tagine

🌡️ Serveertips

Temperatuur

10-13°C (50-55°F)

Glastype

Large white wine glass

Rijpingspotentieel

1-5 years (best young)

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