This wine is inspired by the classic wines of Condrieu. The aromatics are reminiscent of the French wine with spicy notes and a complex layered palate. This wine is an excellent match for a wide spectrum of foods, from rich traditional French cuisine through to modern Southeast Asian dishes with spice and flair.
Viognier 2018
$55.00
Tasting Notes
Colour: Pale green-gold
Aroma: Bold and inviting, showing opulent aromas of white blossom, stone fruit and tropical elements.
Palate: Full-bodied and textured, with layers of ripe apricot, honeysuckle and sweet spice. Concentrated fruit character is balanced with fresh natural acidity and subtle phenolics from early lees contact and barrel-ageing.
Closure: Diam
Technical Notes
Our Viognier vines are planted in the Rhône block with rows facing north and sloping slightly to the northwest. The planting comprises 1.6 acres of Château-Grillet clone. These ultra-low yielding vines cropped at 1.9 tonne per acre. Bunches were de-stemmed, crushed and pressed with brief skin contact providing essential structural and aromatic characters. The juice was transferred to stainless steel and inoculated with cultured yeast. Following fermentation, the wine was matured for 14 months in one- and two-year-old French barriques.
