Viognier
Viognier (vee-own-YAY)
Origin
Viognier originated in the Cotes du Rhone region of France where it is often used as a blending wine as we also do at Corteau.
Tasting Notes
A dry wine tasting of peaches and honeysuckle with low to medium acidity. This grape tends to become higher in alcohol as a wine, so some single varietals may taste “hot.” It can be made in styles from light to bold. Our Boots’ Blanc has 5% Viognier.
Pairings
Seafood and aromatic dishes such as curries or Southeast Asian cuisines. It also does well with lighter white meat dishes or those enhanced with fruit compotes.
Find Our Grapes
Corteau Vineyards sells grapes to local wineries and co-ops. Find our Viognier grapes in these Maryland wines:
Look for it in 2019 white blends from Port of Leonardtown Winery.