White Wine Grape
Viognier
Viognier is an aromatic white grape best known for its origins in the Northern Rhône, particularly Condrieu. It produces richly perfumed wines with stone-fruit, floral and spice notes, often with a broad, silky texture and relatively moderate acidity.
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Where It Is Grown
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Condrieu
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Château-Grillet
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Northern Rhône
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Languedoc
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California
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Virginia
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South Australia
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Barossa Valley
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Stellenbosch
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Vardar River Valley
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Typical Tasting Profile
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Fruit
Apricot, peach, nectarine, pear, mango, citrus
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Floral / Herbal
Orange blossom, honeysuckle, jasmine, white flowers
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Spice / Other
Ginger, white pepper, nutmeg, subtle exotic spice
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Oak Influence
Often fermented or matured in oak, which can add vanilla, toast, creaminess and additional texture
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Structure
Acidity
Medium
Tannin
Low
Body
Medium to Full
Sweetness
Dry
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What to Expect in the Glass
Viognier is typically aromatic and full-flavoured, with ripe stone fruit, floral perfume and a soft, rounded texture. Cooler examples can be fresher and more restrained, while warmer-climate versions tend to be richer, broader and more tropical.
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Famous Regions & Appellations
Condrieu
Château-Grillet
Northern Rhône
Languedoc
California
South Australia
Stellenbosch
Vardar River Valley
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