A Perfect Pairing: Grilled Swordfish & 2024 Rhinory Texas Viognier
When it comes to food and wine pairing, Viognier rewards balance. Aromatic, textured, and expressive, it shines brightest alongside dishes that mirror its richness without overpowering its delicate floral finish.
Our 2024 Rhinory Texas Viognier is a beautiful example of this balance — and one of our favorite pairings is grilled swordfish with fennel, citrus, and fresh herbs.
Why Viognier Works So Well Here
Viognier is known for its stone fruit aromas, floral elegance, and rounded texture, and our Texas High Plains expression brings all of that to the glass.
In this vintage, you’ll find:
- Orange marmalade & spiced apricot on the nose
- Jonagold apple adding crisp juiciness
- Fresh fennel and chamomile for an herbal, floral lift
- A textured palate from sur lees aging in stainless steel
Grilled swordfish has the structure to stand up to Viognier’s body, while fennel, citrus zest, and herbs echo the wine’s natural aromatics — creating a pairing that feels seamless, not forced.
Pairing Tip
This Viognier shines with medium-rich dishes, gentle spice, and aromatic herbs. Avoid high heat or heavy acidity (like vinegar-forward sauces), which can overpower its delicate floral finish. Grilled swordfish or halibut is ideal — flavorful, elegant, and perfectly balanced.
Why it works with Viognier:
This dish is medium-rich, aromatic, gently citrusy, and herb-driven — echoing the wine’s orange marmalade, fennel, apple, and chamomile notes without introducing heat or acidity that would overpower its floral finish.
Serve with:
A chilled glass of 2024 Rhinory Texas Viognier
Bring This Pairing Home
Whether you’re hosting a summer dinner or planning a quiet evening in, this pairing delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal effort.
