Viognier
In the vineyard, Viognier grapes are deep yellow, yielding a white wine that is equally deep in color. The variety prefers warm climates and requires a long growing season, though it has also been known to thrive in cooler climates. It is extremely prone to powdery mildew and is known for both low and unpredictable yields.
This highly aromatic variety is often associated with aromas and flavors of apricot, peach and flower blossoms. The wines are medium to full in body, low in acidity and are often described as having an oily texture.
France
Most widely planted in France, and specifically in the Rhône Valley, Viognier is the only grape permitted in the production of Condrieu and the monopole Château Grillet, in the northern Rhône Valley. The grape is also permitted in red wine appellation of Côte-Rôtie in the Northern Rhône, where it can comprise up to 20% of the blend.
In the Southern Rhône, Viognier is often blended with Roussanne, Marsanne and Grenache Blanc to produce white wine blends.
In addition to the Rhône, Viognier is grown in the Languedoc region of Southern France.
Global Production
Viognier does not have much Old World presence outside of France, although it is grown in South Africa, New Zealand and Australia. In the United States, winemakers in California’s Central Coast have had success with the grape. The so-called Rhône Rangers—winemakers known for introducing Rhône varieties to California—have been growing Viognier in California for decades. The grape is also widely planted in Virginia, where it has built a reputation as one of the state’s signature varieties.
Synonyms: Barbin, Bergeron, Galopine, Greffou, Petit Viognier, Petit Vionnier, Picotin Blanc, Rebelot, Viogne, Vionnier, Vugava Bijela
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Château de Saint-Cosme 2018 Condrieu
Rhône ValleyHints of sweet spice and smoke seep into sunny apricot and honeysuckle ...Editors’ ChoiceSee Full Review$85 -
Rémi Niero 2018 Chéry (Condrieu)
Rhône ValleySpicy gingerbread tones and bright, luminous white peach and tangerine extend from ...Editors’ ChoiceSee Full Review$88 -
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Anthony Paret 2017 Les Ceps du Nebadon (Condrieu)
Rhône ValleyHeady aromas of toasted oak, smoke and spice introduce this rich, glycerol ...See Full Review$65 -
Delas Frères 2018 La Galopine (Condrieu)
Rhône ValleyJasmine blossoms and white peach seduce on the nose of this lavishly ...Editors’ ChoiceSee Full Review$68 -
Delas Frères 2018 Clos Boucher (Condrieu)
Rhône ValleyWhiffs of spring blossoms and freshly laundered linen entice on the nose ...See Full Review$96 -
King Estate 2017 Viognier (Oregon)
Oregon OtherFocused with pinpoint stone fruits atop bright acids, this is a fine ...Editors’ ChoiceSee Full Review$22 -
Naumes 2018 Viognier (Rogue Valley)
Southern OregonAs in past vintages, three-quarters was fermented in concrete egg, the rest ...See Full Review$30 -
Terre Rouge 2018 Viognier (Fiddletown)
Sierra FoothillsMineral, peach skin and apricot are just a few of the aromatic ...Editors’ ChoiceSee Full Review$25 -
Monte da Ravasqueira 2017 Ravasqueira Syrah-Viognier (Alentejano)
PortugalIn the style of a Côte-Rôtie blend from the Rhône Valley, the ...See Full Review$22 -
Table Eleven 2019 Quail Valley Vineyard Viognier (Los Olivos District)
Central CoastCrisp and fresh on the nose, this bottling begins with light honeysuckle ...See Full Review$25 -
Le Casque 2019 Damiano Vineyard Viognier (Placer County)
Sierra FoothillsAromas of citrus flowers and flavors of ripe pear and marzipan make ...See Full Review$30 -
Crū 2019 French Camp Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles Highlands District)
Central CoastBroad aromas of guava, melon, plumeria and jasmine show on the nose ...See Full Review$20 -
Kaena 2017 Late Harvest Rancho Rio Robles Vineyard Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley)
Central CoastA slightly dark shade of yellow in the glass, this late-harvest wine ...See Full Review$45 -
Hungry Hawk 2019 Viognier (San Diego County)
South CoastFew San Diego County wineries are exploring the terroir as diligently as ...Editors’ ChoiceSee Full Review$36 -
Sapien 2018 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley)
Central CoastToasty aromas of baked nectarine, dried white flowers and light nuts show ...See Full Review$32 -
Zaca Mesa 2018 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley)
Central CoastDried apple and honeysuckle meet with lemon peel on the nose of ...See Full Review$25 -
Structure 2019 Oculus Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA))
Columbia ValleyExpressive aromas of apricot, flower and jasmine are followed by full-bodied, plentiful ...See Full Review$25 -
Dovecote 2018 Quail Valley Vineyard Estate Viognier (Los Olivos District)
Central CoastTightly woven aromas of dried lemon peel, ripe apple, a metallic minerality ...See Full Review$35 -
Dovecote 2019 Quail Valley Vineyard Viognier (Los Olivos District)
Central CoastSteely aromas of cold metal meet with a light hint of peach ...See Full Review$35 -
Vina Robles 2019 Huerhuero Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles)
Central CoastThis is a very exuberant style of Viognier, from the aromatics and ...See Full Review$20
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