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Viognier Wine for Delivery or Pickup
The Instacart guide to Viognier
About Viognier
Viognier is a full-bodied white wine that is usually oak-aged to help it develop a creamy texture. The primary aromas in Viogniers are flowery rose petals and perfumes with highlights of tangerine or another sweet citrus fruit. These wines are almost always made in a dry style, and the taste profile of Viognier ranges from light and spritzy with just a touch of bitterness to very bold with a creamy texture.Â
Viognier grapes are grown in several countries, but what's more important than where they are grown is the climate conditions. The grapes produce the best wine when grown in sunny areas with cool temperatures at night, or when grown near bodies of water. Cool temperatures are an important feature in maintaining the Viognier's acidity. If it gets too hot, the grapes will yield overblown, overly alcoholic wine that does not have the fresh, sweet zing that makes this wine so appealing. The best regions for growing Viognier are the Northern Rhone Valley in France, Eden Valley in South Australia, and the Central and North Coast of California.Â
Both Chardonnay and Viognier are full-bodied wines, but they have very different aromatic profiles and textural differences. While Viognier has highlights of sweet citrus such as tangerine and the aroma is dominated by floral notes such as rose petals, Chardonnay is almost always dominated by the aroma of yellow apple. Beyond the apple, Chardonnay will have notes that range from pineapple to lemon zest.
Types of Viognier
If you like a clean and refreshing flavor:
- Domaine de la Basstie Cotes Du Rhone Blanc. This wine is a blend of Viognier, Roussane, and Bourboulenc. It still has the floral aromas of roses and lavender that are signature Viognier, but it has a slight sweetness and a hint of caramel.
- Substance Viognier. This wine comes from Washington state and has a sweet juice aroma with a dry taste. It pairs very well with pasta and feta cheese.
If you prefer a complex flavor:
- Yalumba Eden Valley Viognier. This wine sometimes has an off-putting smell, but the taste is creamy and rich with a slight bitterness at the end.
- Melville Estate-Verna's Viognier. The 2010 wine from this Santa Barbara winery is rich with vanilla and honey flavors. It's a full wine that pairs well with many different foods.
Tips for buying Viognier wine
There are a few things you can look for when buying Viognier wine.Â
- Alcohol by Volume: Most Viognier's range from 13.5-15% alcohol by volume. While this doesn't seem like a big range, you'll get very different flavors with a 13.5% wine and the 15%. If you enjoy a lighter wine, then look for Viogniers with a 14% ABV or less. If you prefer a bold, rich flavor with a fruit-forward taste, then you'll want to look for a higher alcohol content. You can use Instacart to choose the Viognier wine that suits your tastes, or use Instacart to get a few different bottles so you can try them and find your favorite.
- The Styles: There are two different basic styles of Viognier. Winemakers choose between new oak aging and neutral, which is no oak aging. The new oak aging produces a creamier, richer taste with lower acidity. This process produces aromas of vanilla, clove, and highlights of nutmeg. Neutral aging occurs in stainless steel barrels and delivers a more floral and tropical fruit flavor with a very subtle bitter note.
- The Growing Region: The taste and texture of the wine will vary depending on the growing region.
Viognier pairs well with many different foods. It is an excellent choice to have with spicy Asian dishes because of the natural sweetness, and it also works well with shellfish and seafood, veal, roasted or grilled chicken, and pork. Serve Viognier with mild creamy curry or spicy noodle dishes such as Pad Thai. If you enjoy dishes with creamy sauces such as chicken and pasta Alfredo, Viognier wine makes a delicious accompaniment.
Viognier Near Me
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FAQ's about Viognier
Traditionally Viognier is a white grape and produces white wine, but the Viognier grape is increasingly found in red wines. Some winemakers are experimenting with using the North Rhone red wine recipe with the seasoning of Viognier. They say that a small amount of the Viognier helps to deepen the texture of the red wine and stabilize the color. Some of the red wines with a small percentage of Viognier include Cuilleron - Les Chaillets, and Edna Valley, and Yalumba - The Virgilius.
Viognier wine looks like it would be a sweet wine, but it is predominantly dry. Find your favorite bottle using Instacart and enjoy its full and rich flavors.