# Viognier (Tenuta Foresta)

> White, Piemonte DOC Viognier by [Tenuta Foresta](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/vigna-foresta.md), Asti, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/tenuta-foresta-viognier).

- **Producer:** Tenuta Foresta
- **Style:** White
- **Denomination:** Piemonte DOC Viognier
- **Grape:** Viognier
- **Vineyard planting:** Estate vineyard; Viognier was first planted as protection for the Chardonnay vineyard, and from 2020 it has been vinified separately.
- **Vinification:** Part of the must is fermented with the grape skins in amphora, giving a very light version of orange wine. Only 3 months of oak: one 400 l barrel, one barrique, the rest in stainless steel. 1244 bottles of the 2021.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-05



## Summary

Full-bodied white with part of the must fermented on skins in amphora and three months in oak. 92 points James Suckling for 2021; Decanter World Wine Awards bronze and CMB Merit.

## Tasting notes

Peach and pear, dried pineapple, spices, flint and matchstick. James Suckling (2021, 92 points): dried pineapple and pear, flint and matchstick, medium to full body with phenolic tension and a chewy texture.

## Food pairings

White fish with creamy sauce, rabbit or chicken in cream or butter-lemon sauce, shrimps (also with spicy sauces), cheese with dried fruits and honey.