2024 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Viognier
Region Condrieu
Soil Acidic, Low-fertility granite on steep terraces
Orientation East And South-East Exposures
Harvest Dates September 10–29, 2024
Sites Chavanay, Saint-Michel and Vérin
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks
Pressing Method Whole Grapes Gently Pressed, With Rigorous Separation Of Free-Run And Press Juice
Production Details Rainfall from April through June created high fungal-disease pressure and substantial vineyard losses; summer conditions preserved grape health. Following rigorous sorting, the approximate yield was 20 hl/ha. The must rested overnight at 10°C, received a light settling, and began alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel at 15°C; fermentation continued slowly at 16–18°C. Weekly bâtonnage continued until Christmas. Maturation lasted 12 months, principally in stainless steel, with part of the cuvée matured in Burgundy barrels. Stated ageing potential: 5 years.
Tasting Notes Wine Advocate (Yohan Castaing, May 2026): honeysuckle, pear, white fruits, spices and fresh menthol; medium- to full-bodied, fleshy, enveloping, dense and concentrated, with a long perfumed finish
Food Pairing Chicken ballotine with a creamy white-wine sauce
Critics Ratings 95
2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Viognier
Drinking Window 2025–2030
Region Condrieu
Soil Acidic, Low-fertility granite on steep terraces
Orientation East And South-East Exposures
Harvest Dates Harvest began in late August 2023
Sites Chavanay, Saint-Michel and Vérin
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks
Pressing Method Whole Grapes Gently Pressed, With Rigorous Separation Of Free-Run And Press Juice
Bottling Date Early September 2024
Production Details The must rested overnight at 10°C and received a light settling. Fermentation began in stainless steel at 15°C and continued slowly at 16–18°C. Weekly bâtonnage continued until Christmas. Maturation lasted 12 months, principally in stainless steel, with part of the cuvée matured in Burgundy barrels. Stated ageing potential: 5 years.
Tasting Notes Vinous (Nicolas Greinacher, November 2024): vivid apricot, white peach, lemon flesh and yellow apple; medium- to full-bodied, viscously textured and juicy, with an intense finish
Food Pairing Chicken ballotine with a creamy white-wine sauce
Critics Ratings 93
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2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Viognier
Region Condrieu
Tasting Notes Fresh and bright, with dried pear, apricot and lemon freshness; impressive depth, energy, a long elegant finish and modest acidity
Critics Ratings 94
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