Viognier

Viognier

Proefdoos Wijninstituut SDEN2
grape Misc grapes

From 8.45 6.98

To 201.75 166.74 Regular Price 204.90

2024 Domaine Astruc dA Viognier
grape Viognier
10.15 8.39 As low as 8.95
92 James Suckling
2019 Inglenook Napa Valley Rutherford Blancaneaux
grape Marsanne, Roussanne, Viognier
73.95 61.12
93 James Suckling
2020 Domaines Paul Mas Clos Astelia Le Grand Blanc
grape Grenache, Picpoul, Viognier
32.95 27.23
2022 Redheads Studio Coco Rotie
grape Syrah-Shiraz, Viognier
14.35 11.86
2023 Delas Frères Viognier Vin De Pays D'Oc
grape Viognier
13.95 11.53 As low as 12.95
96 Wine Spectator
2023 E. Guigal Condrieu La Doriane
grape Viognier
109.95 90.87
93 James Suckling
2023 Boekenhoutskloof The Chocolate Block
grape Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah-Shiraz, Viognier
22.35 18.47 As low as 21.45
2024 Elio Perrone GI Vino Bianco
grape Chardonnay, Muscat, Viognier
15.95 13.18 As low as 14.95
93 James Suckling
2022 E. Guigal Condrieu
grape Viognier
65.95 54.50
98 Parker
2022 Sadie Family Palladius
grape Chenin Blanc, Garnacha, Grenache, Palomino, Roussanne, Viognier
134.95 111.53 As low as 124.95
88 Parker
2023 Delas Frères Saint-Esprit Côtes du Rhône Blanc
grape Bourboulenc, Clairette, Grenache, Viognier
14.95 12.36 As low as 13.75
99 Parker
2021 Sadie Family Palladius
grape Chenin Blanc, Garnacha, Grenache, Palomino, Roussanne, Viognier
129.95 107.40
94 Wine Spectator
2022 Cave Yves Cuilleron La Petite Côte Condrieu
grape Viognier
53.95 44.59 As low as 47.95
100 Parker
2019 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie La Turque
grape Syrah-Shiraz, Viognier
505.00 417.36

Viognier is a white grape variety that is mainly planted in the French Rhône Valley. It is the only permitted grape on the steep and famous vineyards of Condrieu. Wine made from Viognier is characterized by its bouquet of soft fruit and flowers, low acidity, strength and it is almost always dry. For a long time it was thought that the Viognier was brought from Dalmatia to Condrieu by the Roman Emperor Probus. Scientific research has recently shown that the origin of viognier must be sought locally.

Viognier is a versatile grape from which different wine styles can be made. It can be fermented and aged in stainless steel for a fresh and refreshing style, or aged in oak barrels to develop more complexity and creaminess. It goes well with many foods due to its aromatic intensity and balanced acidity. It pairs with dishes with rich and creamy sauces, as well as seafood, poultry and spicy dishes such as Thai or Indian.

Viognier, almost exclusively planted in Condrieu, was on the verge of disappearing, but fortunately things turned around in the 1980s. From the second half of the 1980s onwards, appreciation for this grape grew, it became more and more successful and could begin its rise within Condrieu and the peripheral areas. For Condrieu the average production is set at 37 hl/ha. Higher causes a rapid reduction in quality. Viognier is a very aromatic grape, but as a wine grower you must be able to master it very well. A good Condrieu should be picked ripe enough to obtain the typical aroma of apricot and exotic fruit. However, if you pick too ripe, you will lose violets and minerality (due to the granite soil). High quality requires the right interplay between good ripeness and still good freshness. Only then does the viognier from Condrieu reveal its wonderful aromas.

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