1. One of the legends is that the variety was brought from Dalmatia (Croatia), although recent analyses show that its homeland is France after all;

2. The name comes from the city of Vienne under the city of Lyon in France;

3. The variety has the same genes as and is cousin to Nebbiolo;

4. is the only white variety used for the production of red –Syrah from Rhône (allowed up to 20% in joint fermentation). Viognier is used to stabilize the color and add flavors;

4. Viognier is the only white variety used for the production of –Syrah from Rhône (allowed up to 20% in joint fermentation). Viognier is used to stabilize the color and add flavors;

5. Known in France for the designation of origin AOC in Rhône region;

6. In 1960 the variety was almost extinct (with about 1500 bottles). After 1980, the Rhone Rangers in USA helped a lot to bring it back in fashion and now, apart from France, it is produced in Australia, South Africa, California, Bulgaria etc;

7. Viognier is hard to grow with low yields;

8. The made from Viognier are characterized by aromas of apricot, peach, flowers and a full body;

9. Viognier pairs very well with seafood as well as exotic and spicy foods such as Indian cuisine;

10. Viognier found an ideal in Burgozone and today the Viognier of Burgozone is considered as one of the best in the world. The wine guru - Oz Clark writes that Burgozone is the best producer of Viognier in Bulgaria and has chosen the Burgozone Viognier among the 6 most representative in the world.