Rhone Valley
Vignobles Levet - Condrieu - Blanc - 2022
Characteristics
Country / Region: Rhône Valley
Vintage: 2022
Name: AOP Condrieu
Grape variety: 100% Viognier
Alcohol: 13.5 vol.
Color: White
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
Estate rated 1 star in the Guide des meilleurs Vins de France 2024 (RVF)
Estate rated 3 stars in the Guide Bettane et Desseauve 2024
Wine:
From a vineyard perched atop the hillside overlooking the Rhône, the 2022 white Condrieu delights in this complete and flavorful vintage. It embodies all the attributes of a well-crafted Viognier, without excess, offering beautiful notes of apricots and white fruits in a generous yet vibrant texture, remarkably fresh and complemented by subtle aging. Throughout the tasting, there's a wonderful sense of purity. A model cuvée!Vinification:
Hand-harvested, fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Aged in barrels.Color:
Bright, light golden yellow with golden highlights.Nose:
Aromas of white fruit and apricot.Palate:
Fresh and generous, this cuvée has a serious, taut profile, offering a powerful, pure juice with discreet ageing.
Temperature:
Serve between 10 and 12°C.Food and wine pairing:
Asparagus, steamed fish with butter sauce, roast chicken with lemon.Cellar aging:
From now until 2030, and even longer for enthusiasts.
Steeped in history and recognized by the prestigious RVF Guide, Vignobles Levet stands as a beacon of excellence in the Rhône Valley. With just 5 hectares spread across the renowned terroirs of Côte Rôtie, this esteemed estate offers cuvées of unparalleled authenticity, adored by wine enthusiasts.
Embracing a nuanced approach that emphasizes the art of blending terroirs and finesse over singular plots, Levet crafts wines of remarkable personality. These wines beautifully express the essence of the soil, with reds built for longevity through extended maceration and gentle aging in oak, alongside a recent addition of a captivating and convincing Condrieu.
With its timeless and classic style, coupled with unwavering consistency, Levet brings joy to true aficionados and the most discerning palates alike.