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Viognier. Not exactly a household name, is it?

Most people head straight for Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay, while poor old Viognier sits on the shelf wondering what it did wrong.

So today I’m putting it to the test. From supermarket bargains to one of the world’s most famous Viogniers from Condrieu, can this gloriously aromatic grape actually deliver the goods?

Expect peaches, apricots, flowers, a few surprises and at least one bottle that made me sit up and pay attention as we play everybody’s favourite game… CLASS, PASS OR ARSE!

🍷 Let me know in the comments: have you ever knowingly bought a bottle of Viognier?

Tasting (and as always, bought and paid for by me)
Stéphane Ogier Condrieu 2022 Abingdon Fine Wines, £44
The Long Road Viognier @tesco £16
Domaine Begude ‘Le Paradis’ Organic Viognier @majesticwine £17
Paul Mas Reserve Viognier @tesco £10
Paul Jaboulet Aine Viognier @tesco £11.75
Tesco Finest Viognier Produit De France @tesco £9
Les Jamelles Viognier @TheCooperativeFood £10
Cono Sur Bicicleta Viognier @tesco £7.75
Elephant In The Room Voluminous Viognier @tesco £10
Toast & Honey Viognier 2023, Lodi @majesticwine £10.50
Yalumba Y Series Viognier 2022/23, Australia @majesticwine £9.50

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