The Condrieu AOC is a single variety appellation located south of the Côte-Rôtie AOC in France. Viognier (“VEE-on-yay") is the grape, and the wine it produces is considered the best example of what Viognier can do. It displays a light golden color and elegant aromas of fresh peach, apricot, and pear with notes of honeysuckle blossoms. In the mouth, the peach, apricot and pear flavors are juicy and well balanced with surprisingly crisp acidity. I write “surprisingly" because Viognier is usually a low acid wine. Enjoy it with fresh Lobster, or roast chicken, even with a creamy sauce.
Pierre Gaillard, Condrieu (Rhône Valley, France) 2022
By Rebecca Murphy