A WHITE GRAPE · CONDRIEU
Viognier
Apricot, honeysuckle, lush.
What Viognier tastes like
Viognier is a white grape. In the glass it reads as apricot, honeysuckle and lush. Viognier is full-bodied, with almost no tannin and moderate acidity, with a touch of ripe sweetness. A little oak is common. Its home turf, as we hold it, is Condrieu, Northern Rhône.
Where Viognier grows
Our appellations table names Viognier in 12 wine regions. The ones with the most wines in our database are Condrieu (France), Rhône (France), Vacqueyras (France), Vin de Pays de L'Hérault (France), Collines Rhodaniennes (France), Rhône Valley (France), Château Grillet (France), Gard (France), Ardèche (France), LES CRUS DE LA VALLEE DU RHÔNE Nord (France), Rhône Méridional (France) and Pedernal Valley (Argentina).
How the place changes the glass
- Condrieu (France): Aromatic, dry white with stone fruit, floral notes, and mineral salinity. Climate: cool Continental with warm summers.
- Rhône (France): Rhône spans elegant Syrah-based reds to rich, full-bodied Grenache blends, plus mineral whites. Climate: warm Mediterranean influenced.
- Vacqueyras (France): Medium to full-bodied reds with garrigue, ripe fruit, and spice; mineral whites. Climate: warm Mediterranean with Mistral winds.
- Collines Rhodaniennes (France): Approachable, fruit-forward reds and aromatic whites from the hills surrounding the classic Northern Rhône appellations; lower-intensity than AOP peers. Climate: cool continental with alpine influence.
What to eat with Viognier
The classic partners are crab, scallops and mild curry. It is flexible: it sits comfortably beside a wide range of dishes without overpowering them.
Viognier in our cellar
The appellations above account for about 1,095 Viognier wines in the Sommurai database, which is how we know which regions pour it most.
Grapes to try next
If you like Viognier, these white grapes are worth a glass: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chenin Blanc and Albarino.
Quick answers
What does Viognier taste like?
Viognier reads as apricot, honeysuckle and lush. Viognier is full-bodied, with almost no tannin and moderate acidity, with a touch of ripe sweetness. A little oak is common.
What food goes with Viognier?
crab, scallops and mild curry.
Where is Viognier grown?
Our appellations table names Viognier in 12 wine regions, including Condrieu (France), Rhône (France), Vacqueyras (France), Vin de Pays de L'Hérault (France) and Collines Rhodaniennes (France).
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