Condrieu

Aurélien Chatagnier

Aurelien Chatagnier - Condrieu
Type

White Wine

Appellation

Condrieu

Variety

Viognier

The Condrieu is a blend of two parcels situated in Limony. One has direct southern exposure and granite soils with very little clay, which adds richness to the wine, while the other is east-facing and pure granite soils, which bring elegance and finesse to the cuvée.

Viticulture
Vineyard name

Merlan, Les Côtes

Soil type

Sandy granite

Vine age2010s
Vineyard size0.95 ha
Vinification

Low temperature press (10-15ºC), settling, and fermentation. Natural yeast alcoholic fermentation and malolactic fermentation in barrel.

Elevage8-10 months in barrel (10% new oak)