Originating in Condrieu in Frances Northern Rhone Valley, Tahbilks first plantings of Viognier were established in 1990. The inaugural vintage was released in 1996 to early critical acclaim with the Estate nominated by Australian Vignerons magazine as producing one of the Benchmark Six Australian releases. Recognition has also come on the Australian Wine Show circuit with to date 4 Trophies, 23 Gold, 41 Silver and 92 Bronze medals awarded. Tahbilk Viognier releases are considered to be best appreciated as youthful and exuberant wines when their distinguishing floral and stone fruit characters are to the fore.