J. Denuzière Condrieu 2020 750ml
Viognier is the only varietal grown in Condrieu, and makes smooth, generous wines. These are a pale, golden colour with a glimmer of green, and are both fresh and highly aromatic. Scents include floral perfumes, particularly violets, and fruity notes of mango, white peach and apricot. At their peak, there is also a discernible touch of musk, gingerbread and tobacco.
100 % Viognier
J. Denuzière Condrieu 2020 is an elegant and expressive 100% Viognier from the prestigious Condrieu AOC in the Northern Rhône Valley. Produced by the historic Maison J. Denuzière, founded in 1876 in the heart of Condrieu, this exceptional white wine is sourced from the estate's 1-hectare vineyard in the lieu-dit "Le Tinal" in Vérin. Planted on steep granite terraces at approximately 300 metres above sea level with an easterly exposure, the vineyard produces Viognier of remarkable freshness, floral elegance, and mineral precision.
The grapes are hand-harvested in small baskets before gentle pressing and fermentation. Approximately 20% of the wine is matured in one- and two-year-old fine-grain French oak barrels, while the remainder is aged in stainless steel tanks. Regular bâtonnage and 10–12 months of ageing on fine lees add richness and texture while preserving the wine's vibrant fruit character. The 2020 vintage displays classic Condrieu aromas of white peach, apricot, mango, citrus blossom, and violets, complemented by silky texture, lively acidity, and refined granite minerality. A beautifully balanced Viognier, it is approachable today while capable of developing further complexity over the next 5–8 years.
Tasting Notes
Colour:
Brilliant pale gold with shimmering green reflections.
Nose:
Intense aromas of white peach, apricot, ripe mango, mandarin, honeysuckle, violets, orange blossom, ginger, and delicate mineral notes.
Palate:
Medium to full-bodied with luscious flavours of apricot, white peach, ripe pear, mango, and citrus, layered with subtle honey, gingerbread, delicate oak, and silky texture. Fresh acidity and granite-driven minerality provide outstanding balance and elegance.
Finish:
Long, refined, and persistent with lingering stone fruits, floral notes, citrus zest, and elegant mineral freshness.