Rhone Valley
Domaine Cuilleron - Condrieu - Les Bronettes - White - 2023
Characteristics
Country / Region: Rhône Valley
Vintage: 2023
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)
Favorite wine rated 93/100 by our committee!
Wine:
A standout from the 2023 vintage, the White Condrieu Les Bronettes delivers purity and finesse, showcasing the true character of Viognier. Perfectly ripe, with delicate notes of apricot and a hint of violet, all supported by subtle aging. On the palate, it displays the elegant balance of a fully matured Condrieu, with a precise, vibrant, and expansive profile, highlighted by those lovely violet and apricot flavors. This wine is particularly harmonious and holds great promise for aging, with a potential of 5+ years. Rated 93/100 by our Committee and a true favorite!Vinification:
Hand-harvested, parcel-based and traditional vinification. Vinification (alcoholic and malolactic fermentation) and ageing 50% in 30 hectoliter wooden tuns and 50% in Burgundy barrels without racking, for 8 months on lees.Color:
Bright golden yellow.Nose:
Aromas oscillate between violets and apricots, accompanied by restrained ageing.Palate:
Generous yet precise, this cuvée delivers a vibrant and well-balanced wine with lively, harmonious flavors.
Temperature:
Serve between 10 and 12°C.Food and wine pairing:
Aperitif, baked fish, roast poultry, goat's cheese.Cellar aging:
From now until 2029, and even longer for enthusiasts.
A leading figure in the northern Rhône Valley, Yves Cuilleron is a true reference in the region. It's only natural that we’ve partnered with this trusted estate, drawn to the style of its wines, shaped by extended aging and renowned for their consistent quality.
Condrieu, a terroir experiencing a renaissance, delivers some of the finest expressions of Viognier. Together with Yves Cuilleron, we’ve crafted this wine to our exacting standards. Freshness and finesse are in perfect harmony!