The white wines of the Rhône Valley offer a great alternative for chardonnay lovers. The wines are typically a blend of viognier, marsanne, and roussanne, and a touch of grenache blanc. The wine is light straw in color. Intense perfumed aromas with a touch of citrus, green apple, and white peach with herbal and chalky mineral notes. On the palate, the rich viognier, roussanne, and marsanne produce a richness, and the grenache blanc adds the lovely acidy and citrus note.  A food-friendly wine, this Rhône white blend is an awesome match for richer poultry and fish dishes that feature roasted fruit or fruit-based sauces. It also pairs with fish including sushi, poultry, and vegetarian fare.