Francois Villard Condrieu Le Grand Vallon

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Francois Villard

Francois Villard Condrieu Le Grand Vallon

Name: Francois Villard Condrieu Le Grand Vallon
Brand: Francois Villard
Price: 72.8 USD
Rating: 4.25 (0 reviews)

France, Rhone

White wine

4.3

Expert Rating

4.3

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Francois Villard Condrieu Le Grand Vallon is a premium white wine that showcases the expertise of the renowned producer Francois Villard. This wine comes from the Condrieu appellation, which is known for producing some of the finest Viognier wines in the world. The vineyard features steep slopes and granite soils that impart a unique minerality to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, gentle pressing, and fermentation in oak barrels. The resulting wine is rich and complex, with aromas of apricot, peach, and honey, and a creamy texture that is balanced by a refreshing acidity. This wine is a perfect example of the elegant and refined style that characterizes the best Condrieu wines.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This François Villard Condrieu Le Grand Vallon has a deep golden hue and a nose of apricot, quince, and honey.On the palate, it is rich and ripe with a soft, silky texture and flavors of white peach, honey, and a hint of spice. The finish is long and elegant, with a creamy aftertaste. Enjoy now or cellar for up to 10 years.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

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Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Generous

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Viognier

ORIGINS

Winery: Francois Villard

Region: Rhone

The Rhone wine region is located in southeastern France. It runs along the Rhone River roughly from Lyon in the north to Avignon in the south. It is divided into two main sub-regions: the Northern Rhone, running from Lyon to Montelimar, and the Southern Rhone, from Montelimar to Avignon. Although wines of all color are made, both regions are most famous for thier red wine. The Northern Rhone is known for its full-bodied red wines made from Syrah grapes with the possible inclusion of some white grapes, while the Southern Rhone is known for its blends of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. The region has a long history of wine production, dating back to the ancient Romans with the sites of some former Roman vineyards being replanted surrounding the town of Vienne.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.3

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