Grape · White
Viognier
WhiteWSET level 2
Rich and full-bodied with low acidity. Intense floral and stone fruit aromas. Must be harvested at optimal moment. Sometimes added to Syrah (Côte-Rôtie).
- Origin
- Rhône, France
- Climate
- Warm
- Skin colour
- Yellow
- Alcohol
- 13-15%
- Ageing potential
- Drink young
Taste profile
Aromas
- Apricot
- Peach
- Orange blossom
- Acacia
- Mango
Where does it grow?
Key wines
- Condrieu
- Château-Grillet
Food
Poultry with cream sauce, grilled fish, curry
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