
Condrieu Wine Rhone, France
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As the source of some of the most vibrant and powerful white wines in France, Condrieu is uniquely situated in one of the northern outposts of the Rhone River. It is the original Viognier appellation with a wine growing history reaching back well over two thousand years. Like most of the wine regions of the Northern Rhone, Condrieu’s vines grow on extremely steep and narrow granite terraces. But what makes the region unique is a topsoil, locally called, “arzelle,” made of decomposed mica. This and a sheltering of the harsh northern winds, make optimal sites to produce opulent and brilliant Viognier. It is a tiny zone with no room for expansion and produces miniscule amounts of wine each year, contributing to its allure.
A fine Condrieu will have aromas and flavors suggestive of ripe stone fruit, lime peel, green almond, ginger, white flowers and toasted nuts. A honeyed smell may mislead you to think the wine will be sweet but the modern style favors totally dry on the palate. Its texture will be full and soft but a touch of mineral will provide great balance.
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Guigal Condrieu 2007Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Guigal Condrieu 2015Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Guigal La Doriane Condrieu 2009Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Louis Cheze Condrieu Pagus Luminis 2015Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Georges Vernay Condrieu Les Chaillees de L'Enfer 2012Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Maison Nicolas Perrin Condrieu 2013Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Guigal Condrieu 2016Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Guigal La Doriane Condrieu 2014Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Delas Condrieu Clos Boucher Viognier 2012Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Jaboulet Condrieu Les Cassines 2014Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Georges Vernay Condrieu Terrasses de l'Empire 2017Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Chateau de Saint Cosme Condrieu 2016Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Delas Condrieu Clos Boucher Viognier 2016Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Guigal Condrieu 2013Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Les Alexandrins Condrieu 2016Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Jaboulet Condrieu Domaine des Grands Amandiers 2010Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Lionel Faury Condrieu 2017Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Georges Vernay Condrieu Terrasses de l'Empire 2012Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Guigal Condrieu 2011Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Vins de Vienne Condrieu La Chambee Blanc D'Or 2010Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Guigal Condrieu 2018Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Georges Vernay Condrieu Terrasses de l'Empire 2014Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Domaine Pichat Condrieu La Caille 2017Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Chateau de Saint Cosme Condrieu 2017Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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Guigal Condrieu 2010Viognier from Condrieu, Rhone, France
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