Viognier
White wine grape variety
Also known as Viognier Blanc
Viognier is a white wine grape with signature aromas of ginger, apricot, honeysuckle. Structure: Medium(+) body, Medium(−) acidity, High alcohol. Often confused with Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for stone-fruit perfume and broad texture.
- Check acidity: Viognier often feels softer than Sauvignon Blanc (#10790) or Riesling (#10077).
Confidence signals
- Apricot and honeysuckle profile
- Fuller body with aromatic intensity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Condrieu · Languedoc · California · Eden Valley
- Classic styles: Perfumed full-bodied dry white · Rich stone-fruit warm-climate white
Common questions
Is Viognier a red or white grape variety?
Viognier is a white wine grape variety.
What does Viognier smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Viognier include ginger, apricot and honeysuckle. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, Medium(−) acidity, High alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Viognier?
Documented tells for Viognier: Look for stone-fruit perfume and broad texture. and Check acidity: Viognier often feels softer than Sauvignon Blanc (#10790) or Riesling (#10077)..
What is Viognier most often confused with in blind tasting?
Viognier is most commonly confused with Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Albarino. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Viognier grown?
Classic regions for Viognier include Condrieu, Languedoc, California and Eden Valley.