A WHITE GRAPE
Viura
What Viura tastes like
Viura is a white grape that appears in 16 of the appellations in our table. Where it is grown at its best known, the style is described this way: crisp, mineral-driven whites with herbaceous and citrus notes; fresh, food-friendly.
Where Viura grows
Our appellations table names Viura in 16 wine regions. The ones with the most wines in our database are Penedès (Spain), Cava (Spain), Roussillon (France), Catalonia (Spain), Corpinnat (Spain), Calce (France), Rueda (Spain), Rivesaltes (France), Côtes du Roussillon Villages (France), Côtes du Roussillon (France), Conca del Riu Anoia (Spain) and La Rioja (Spain).
Viura is grown well beyond that list: 4 more appellations name it as a main grape, which is part of why one bottle can taste so different from the next.
How the place changes the glass
- Rueda (Spain): Crisp, mineral-driven whites with herbaceous and citrus notes; fresh, food-friendly. Climate: continental, high altitude.
- La Rioja (Spain): Structured, age-worthy reds with oak influence; crisp, mineral whites. Climate: warm continental.
- Campo de Borja (Spain): Ripe, fruit-forward Garnacha-based reds with moderate tannins and good alcoholic warmth; rich and immediately approachable. Climate: continental, hot and dry with significant diurnal swing.
What to eat with Viura
- In Rueda: Seafood, goat cheese, asparagus, light poultry, shellfish.
- In La Rioja: Roasted lamb, aged cheese, cured meats, beef stew, game.
- In Campo de Borja: Grilled meats, chorizo, Aragonese jamón, hearty stews, aged Manchego.
Viura in our cellar
The appellations above account for about 741 Viura wines in the Sommurai database, which is how we know which regions pour it most.
Grapes to try next
If you like Viura, these white grapes are worth a glass: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chenin Blanc and Albarino.
Quick answers
Where is Viura grown?
Our appellations table names Viura in 16 wine regions, including Penedès (Spain), Cava (Spain), Roussillon (France), Catalonia (Spain) and Corpinnat (Spain).
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