This emblematic grape variety of the northern Rhone valley (Condrieu and Ampuis), almost disappeared. Its rebirth dates from the last quarter of the XXth century. Our Viognier planted 40 years ago on a plot called «Monte Cristo», gives a wine of epicurean.
Food matches
This wine can be served as an aperitif, as well as on foie gras, asparagus, sushi, quenelles sauce Nantua or goat cheese. Serve at 6 – 8°C.
Appellation
IGP Oc.
Grape variety
Viognier.
Age of the vines
40 years.
Terroirs
Limestone soils of the Miocene (tertiary era) mixed with alluvium.
Mode of driving the vines
Guyot.
Yield
35 hl/ha.
Vinification
After enzymage, we macerate the grapes with their skin in a stainless steel membrane tank for 4 to 6 hours followed by a 20 days fermentation at a controlled temperature.
Aging
In stainless steel vat.
Tasting notes
Very fragrant and subtle, this wine reveals aromas of yellow fruits (mangoes, peaches and apricots), but also dried fruits (almonds and toasted hazelnuts).
This emblematic grape variety of the northern Rhone valley (Condrieu and Ampuis), almost disappeared. Its rebirth dates from the last quarter of the XXth century. Our Viognier planted 40 years ago on a plot called «Monte Cristo», gives a wine of epicurean.
Food matches
This wine can be served as an aperitif, as well as on foie gras, asparagus, sushi, quenelles sauce Nantua or goat cheese. Serve at 6 – 8°C.
Appellation
IGP Oc.
Grape variety
Viognier.
Age of the vines
40 years.
Terroirs
Limestone soils of the Miocene (tertiary era) mixed with alluvium.
Mode of driving the vines
Guyot.
Yield
35 hl/ha.
Vinification
After enzymage, we macerate the grapes with their skin in a stainless steel membrane tank for 4 to 6 hours followed by a 20 days fermentation at a controlled temperature.
Aging
In stainless steel vat.
Tasting notes
Very fragrant and subtle, this wine reveals aromas of yellow fruits (mangoes, peaches and apricots), but also dried fruits (almonds and toasted hazelnuts).