Condrieu Les Grandes Chaillées, Domaine du Monteillet 2023
France, Rhone
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£48.50
Mixed 6 Price:
£44.50
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Description
In a nutshell:
Apricot nectar swirled with honeysuckle and heady jasmine a hedonistic Viognier with exotic perfume and a luxurious, silken texture.
The lowdown:
This Condrieu from Domaine du Monteillet displays the alluring paradox that has made Viognier so compelling. Aromatically, it bursts with sun-drenched apricots and a heady whiff of honeysuckle. On the palate, an unexpected minerality arrives, like a cool river stone tucked within a peach. Rich, yes, but not at all cloying. There's a delightful tension between opulence and a fine, chiseled freshness. An echo of marzipan lingers on the finish. The 'Les Grandes Chaillées' cuvée hails from steep granite slopes in the heart of Condrieu. Hand-harvesting is a given here. In the winery, grapes are gently pressed, followed by a cool fermentation with a portion in seasoned oak barrels. This isn't about obvious wood flavours, but rather adding texture and dimension to Viognier's inherent exuberance. The touch is deft, the balance beautiful.
The Producer:
Domaine du Monteillet, tucked away in the Northern Rhône, is one of those estates that quietly commands respect. The Montez clan has diligently tended their vines for generations, perched high above the village of Chavannay. Now, Stéphane Montez runs the show he has the knack for teasing out the nuances of the terroir. The wines aren't flashy, but they've got depth and heart. Domaine du Monteillet is that rare breed - reliable, consistent, and quietly brilliant.
When to drink:
Luxuriate in this glorious Condrieu when hedonism is the evening's theme; pair with lobster bathed in spiced butter for pure opulence.
Apricot nectar swirled with honeysuckle and heady jasmine a hedonistic Viognier with exotic perfume and a luxurious, silken texture.
The lowdown:
This Condrieu from Domaine du Monteillet displays the alluring paradox that has made Viognier so compelling. Aromatically, it bursts with sun-drenched apricots and a heady whiff of honeysuckle. On the palate, an unexpected minerality arrives, like a cool river stone tucked within a peach. Rich, yes, but not at all cloying. There's a delightful tension between opulence and a fine, chiseled freshness. An echo of marzipan lingers on the finish. The 'Les Grandes Chaillées' cuvée hails from steep granite slopes in the heart of Condrieu. Hand-harvesting is a given here. In the winery, grapes are gently pressed, followed by a cool fermentation with a portion in seasoned oak barrels. This isn't about obvious wood flavours, but rather adding texture and dimension to Viognier's inherent exuberance. The touch is deft, the balance beautiful.
The Producer:
Domaine du Monteillet, tucked away in the Northern Rhône, is one of those estates that quietly commands respect. The Montez clan has diligently tended their vines for generations, perched high above the village of Chavannay. Now, Stéphane Montez runs the show he has the knack for teasing out the nuances of the terroir. The wines aren't flashy, but they've got depth and heart. Domaine du Monteillet is that rare breed - reliable, consistent, and quietly brilliant.
When to drink:
Luxuriate in this glorious Condrieu when hedonism is the evening's theme; pair with lobster bathed in spiced butter for pure opulence.
Details
| Categories | Wine / White Wine / Floral & Aromatic Whites |
| Country | France |
| Region | Rhone |
| Grape Variety | Viognier |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Volume | 75cl |
| ABV | 14% |
| SKU | GU0V19WN |
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