Wine: Time to give this fruity little number a second chance

VIOGNIER – it was touted as the next big thing after chardonnay, but the majority of us went down the sauvignon blanc and pinot grigio route. However, maybe we should think again.

Cono Sur Viognier 2009 - 6.99 – Majestic One of the best value viogniers currently on supermarket shelves. Packed with nectarine and apricot fruit flavours.

Tesco Finest* Block 7A Viognier 2009 - 7.99 This is a great example of good value viognier currently coming out of Australia. A lovely match to spicy food.

Condrieu Guigal 2007 - 26.99 – Waitrose From the Rhone Valley in France, this is what all viogniers aspire to be – rich, complex, with a fabulous balance of fruit character and acidity.

Wine of the week

D'Arenberg Last Ditch Viognier 2007 – 12.99 – Oddbins From one of the kings of Australian winemaking, d'Arenberg, comes this heady nose of peach and spice followed by an elegant explosion of fruit.

Bargain of the week

Gerard Bertrand Viognier Collection 2009 - 7.99 buy 2 save 3 down to 6.49 – Majestic This is about as pure a version of Viognier as you could hope to find. Rich and lush on the palate with upfront apricot flavours and hints of hazelnut.