The Viognier grape variety is native to the Rhone Valley in France, where it was introduced by Emperor Marcus Aurelius Probus, who was originally from Sirmium (Sremska Mitrovica) in Serbia, so it is possible that its origins are Balkan. Long forgotten, also due to its low productivity, Viognier has returned to prominence in recent times, being the basis of the white wines of Condrieu (Côte du Rhone), wines that are difficult to find and characterized by low acidity and notable olfactory intensity. Viognier adapts well to hot climates, as it resists drought, but it is a grape that has a low yield per hectare, which is why it is more often used in blends, rather than vinified pure. The resulting wine is very particular, dry and mineral, with aromas of exotic fruit (pineapple, mango), a golden yellow color; more savory than fresh and with a very persistent finish. These characteristics make it similar to a Chardonnay but, unlike the noble vine, it does not have great conservation capabilities, it is a wine that should be drunk young, precisely because it has little acidity. Most Viognier wines, in fact, usually have a maximum of 3 years of aging and, although it is possible to find older ones, they rarely manage to exceed 10 years since, after this period, they often lose those aromas that characterize them so much and become quite acidic. The wines produced with Viognier are very refined and first choice, and one of their main characteristics is represented by the floral and fruity aromas. We must underline the fact that the preparation of this wine is more complicated than a traditional wine. Its unique flavor and aroma make it a highly sought-after wine and appreciated by experts, so much so that the value of each bottle is usually higher than that of other wines with similar characteristics. This is why the Viognier vine is one of the most highly rated on the market.

The Viognier grape variety is native to the Rhone Valley in France, where it was introduced by Emperor Marcus Aurelius Probus, who was originally from Sirmium (Sremska Mitrovica) in Serbia, so it is possible that its origins are Balkan. Long forgotten, also due to its low productivity, Viognier has returned to prominence in recent times, being the basis of the white wines of Condrieu (Côte du Rhone), wines that are difficult to find and characterized by low acidity and notable olfactory intensity. Viognier adapts well to hot climates, as it resists drought, but it is a grape that has a low yield per hectare, which is why it is more often used in blends, rather than vinified pure. The resulting wine is very particular, dry and mineral, with aromas of exotic fruit (pineapple, mango), a golden yellow color; more savory than fresh and with a very persistent finish. These characteristics make it similar to a Chardonnay but, unlike the noble vine, it does not have great conservation capabilities, it is a wine that should be drunk young, precisely because it has little acidity. Most Viognier wines, in fact, usually have a maximum of 3 years of aging and, although it is possible to find older ones, they rarely manage to exceed 10 years since, after this period, they often lose those aromas that characterize them so much and become quite acidic. The wines produced with Viognier are very refined and first choice, and one of their main characteristics is represented by the floral and fruity aromas. We must underline the fact that the preparation of this wine is more complicated than a traditional wine. Its unique flavor and aroma make it a highly sought-after wine and appreciated by experts, so much so that the value of each bottle is usually higher than that of other wines with similar characteristics. This is why the Viognier vine is one of the most highly rated on the market.