Wine Encyclopedia/White Grapes/Viognier
White WineRhรดne Valley, France

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
AcidityLow
SweetnessDry
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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.

๐Ÿ‘ƒ Tasting Notes

Primary Flavors

PeachApricotTangerine

Secondary Flavors

VanillaCreamHoney

Aromas

HoneysuckleOrange blossomJasmine

๐ŸŒ Famous Wine Regions

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

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Perfect Food Pairings

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

๐ŸŒก๏ธ Serving Guide

Temperature

10-13ยฐC (50-55ยฐF)

Glass Type

Large white wine glass

โณ Aging Potential

1-5 years (best young)

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