The Wine VaultViognier
A richly aromatic white grape that nearly went extinct in the 1960s. Produces full-bodied, perfumed wines and is sometimes co-fermented with Syrah.
Origin
Rhône Valley, France
Serving temperature
10-12°C
Aging potential
1-5 years, best enjoyed young
What Viognier tastes like
Apricot, peach, honeysuckle, orange blossom, tangerine.
Food pairings
- Lobster bisque
- Apricot-glazed pork
- Mild Indian curries
- Soft cheeses
Classic regions
- Condrieu
- Languedoc
- Virginia
- Central Coast California
Fun fact
By 1965, only about 14 hectares of Viognier remained worldwide. Today it is planted across the globe.