Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest shop price | 2023 / 750ml | ≈ $47.79Original CHF 39.50 | fr.millesima.ch ↗ |
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Viognier
Drinking Window Cellaring potential: 10 years
Classification Condrieu
Region Condrieu
Soil Decomposed quartzite granite
Orientation South
Vineyard Yield 46 hL/ha
Sites Chavanay and Vérin
Vine Age 25
Fermentation Vessels Barrels
Pressing Method Direct Pressing
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Details 20% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak20%
Bottling Date March 2025
Production Volume 18,350 bottles
Bottles18,350
Production Details Vineyard density is 8,500 vines/ha, trained to single Guyot. Direct-pressed juice was fermented in barrels at low temperature with indigenous yeasts, with bâtonnage once weekly for six months. The producer states an 18-month élevage: 12 months on fine lees in barrels and foudres, followed by six months in stainless steel. Alliance Wine additionally identifies Burgundy barrels, 20% new oak and 80% barrels aged 3–5 years, without racking; its narrative variably describes the fine-lees oak period as 10–12 months while its technical table gives 12 months.
Tasting Notes Pear, apricot and honey; fresh, soft and balanced. The distributor additionally describes peach, pineapple, minerality, tension and a fragrant finish.
Food Pairing Sautéed shrimp, stuffed turkey or apricot tart; the distributor also suggests roast chicken with tarragon or creamy sauces, Thai green curry, apricot-and-almond tagine, and mild blue cheese.
Vintages
2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Viognier
Drinking Window Through approximately 2032
Classification Condrieu
Region Condrieu
Soil Terraced granitic soils rich in mica
Sites Chavanay and Vérin
Fermentation Vessels Barrels
Pressing Method Direct Pressing
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Details 15% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak15%
Production Details Manually harvested fruit was directly pressed and cold-macerated, then fermented in barrels with indigenous yeasts. Maturation on fine lees lasted 11–16 months, using 15% new barrels, with regular bâtonnage during the first six months. The vines are described as approximately 25 years old. Recommended serving temperature is 11–12°C.
Tasting Notes Pale, bright yellow; violet, white flowers, apricot, pear, white peach, honey and minerality; fresh acidity, rounded yellow fruit, a silky texture and a long mineral finish.
Food Pairing Lobster, langoustines, white meats in cream sauce, roast poultry, Asian dishes with fresh herbs, aged goat cheese or yellow-fruit desserts.
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Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop price | 2023 / 750ml | ≈ $47.79Original CHF 39.50 | fr.millesima.ch ↗ |
| Shop price | 2022 / 750ml | ≈ $47.79Original CHF 39.50 | fr.millesima.ch ↗ |
Producer Information
Website
Address
330 Route du Réseau Ange, 42410 Saint-Michel-sur-Rhône, France
Phone
+33 (0)4.74.56.83.60
Owner
François Villard
Cellarmaster
François Villard