Retour Domaine François Villard - Condrieu - Le Grand Vallon - White - 2022
COUNTRY/REGION: Rhône Valley
DESIGNATION: AOP Condrieu
COLOR: White
VINTAGE: 2022
GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Viognier
ALCOHOL: 13.5 vol.
CONTENT: 75 cl
The tasting
Color Beautifully intense, brilliant gold.
Nose Lovely floral and fresh fruit notes, a touch of bergamot
Palate Generous in scope, this cuvée showcases perfectly ripe flavours without heaviness, balanced by vibrant energy, a creamy mid-palate, and a saline, refreshing finish.
The sommelier's advice
Temperature Serve between 10 and 12°C in a large glass.
Food Asian cuisine, sweet and sour dishes, spicy ginger dishes, curried scallops.
Cellar ageing From now until 2035.
The estate and the wine
The estate and the wine A leading figure of the Rhône Valley, François Villard stands out with exceptional flair. His relentless energy and innovative spirit drive him to craft wines of remarkable character, consistently counted among the finest in their appellations.
Wine The 2022 White Condrieu Le Grand Vallon showcases beautifully ripe flavours, complemented by a delicate floral aromatic profile. This Viognier offers impressive depth without heaviness, with a creamy mid-palate and a saline, energetic finish driven by its exceptional terroir.
Vinification Hand harvested. Plot: Saint-Pierre-de-Boeuf (lieu-dit Le Grand Val). Direct pressing. Fermentation in barrels at low temperature with indigenous yeasts, stirring once a week for 6 months. Aged 11 months in barrels, of which 25% are new and 80% are 3 to 5 years old, followed by 5 months in stainless-steel vats. Bottling in January 2024. Production of 9,691 bottles.