Viognier (France)
Viognier is a French white grape from the Rhône Valley.
Flavors
 Peach |
 Mandarin |
 Mango |
 Melon |
 Apricot |
 Flowers |
 Spices |
 Minerals |
Peach, Mandarin, Mango, Apricot, and Honeymelon are typical Viognier flavors.
Paired with delicate Floral notes (Perfume. Violets. Rose Petals. Iris. Acacia.) and hints of Nuts, Spices and Minerals.
Profile
Viognier is aromatic, fat, fruity, and floral:
| SUGAR | Dry | ||
| BODY | Medium | ||
| FRUIT | Medium | ||
| ACIDITY | Medium - Low | ||
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Food Pairing
 Seafood |
 Lobster |
 Tuna |
 Sushi |
 Rice |
 Chicken |
 Chili |
 Thai |
Viognier should be paired with food that is not to acidic and not too bold.
The aromatic and fruity nature also pairs well with spicy foods such as Thai cuisine.
Pairing Suggestions
Excellent Pairing:
Creamy Seafood. Lobster. Crab.
Creamy Fish. Salmon. Sushi.
Chicken or Turkey.
Tai Cuisine.
Thai Basil or Tarragon.
Red Thai Curry.
Cheese:
Young Sheep Cheese.
French Specialities:
The Ideal Glass
A Tulip Shaped glass is the best choice for dry white wines.
It guides the wine to the center of your mouth, avoiding the sides, where acidity is less pleasant.
A smaller bowl also helps to serve smaller quantities, and keep the wine cold. Remember to hold the glass by the stem!
About Viognier
According to a legend, the Roman Emperor Probus introduced Viognier to France after he had brought it over from the Dalmatian coast of Croatia.
Côtes du Rhône
Côtes du Rhône is an AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) wine region in the Rhône Valley of France. There are two main regions:
- Côtes du Rhône South (Méridional)
- Côtes du Rhône North (Septentrional)
Côtes du Rhône North
In the North, the main grape is Syrah.
The grapes grows on very steep slopes, and are manually picked in hillside trolleys, wich adds to the price.
Côtes du Rhône South
In the South, the main grape is Grenache.
The area is famous for its GSM wines: Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre.