Viognier
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Thai green curry, roasted chicken with apricot glaze, creamy lobster bisque
✨ Technical Specifications
Scheid Vineyards' Viognier is a brilliant expression of this classic Rhône variety, thriving within the unique microclimates of Monterey County. Viognier is notoriously difficult to cultivate, requiring precise warmth to develop its signature exotic aromatics of white peach, nectarine, and honeysuckle. In Scheid's estate vineyards, the dramatic diurnal temperature swings of the Salinas Valley provide the perfect balance. Chilly afternoon winds sweeping down from Monterey Bay preserve the grape's natural acidity, preventing the wine from becoming overly heavy. Typically fermented in stainless steel to maintain its bright, floral purity, a small portion is occasionally aged in neutral oak to impart a subtle richness and luscious texture to the palate.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1972 by Al Scheid, Scheid Vineyards is a pioneering wine estate nestled in the heart of Monterey County's Salinas Valley in California. Over five decades, the family-owned operation has expanded across twelve distinct estate vineyards, leveraging the dramatic maritime cooling of the Monterey Bay to cultivate diverse grape varieties. Committed to forward-thinking stewardship, the winery is entirely powered by renewable wind energy and follows rigorous certified sustainable farming practices. Scheid Vineyards is celebrated for its diverse portfolio of vibrant white, red, and rosé wines, producing acclaimed varietal bottlings such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Albariño, and Barbera, alongside handcrafted cuvées like the Claret Reserve.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Viognier
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5-14.5%