Domaine Yves Cuilleron Condrieu "La Petite Côte" dry white 2024

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Domaine Cuilleron Condrieu "La Petite Côte" dry white 2024

Technical sheet written by the domaine :

Origin : vines in the center of the AOP, mostly on terraces in the municipality of Chavanay, facing South/Southeast. Notably, exclusively on muscovite granite. La Petite Côte is not a lieu-dit but a commercial name to identify the cuvée.

Terroirs : muscovite granite.

Grape variety : viognier.

Viticulture : vines planted at high density, 8000 /10000 plants per hectare. No insecticides or pesticides, the number of treatments is limited based on the weather, the addition of fertilizers is very low and exclusively organic, respecting the balance of soils and plants. Control of vigor and yields, leaf thinning, green harvesting for better grape ripening.

Vinification : the grapes are hand-harvested and sorted. Pressing, settling. Alcoholic fermentation in barrels, without racking, with regular bâtonnage. Malolactic fermentation also in barrels, with natural yeasts.

Aging : 9 months in barrels, on lees, without racking, with regular bâtonnage.

Style : An expressive and seductive wine. The nose evokes a basket of sun-kissed fruits, apricot, quince, peach, and citrus. Some soft floral notes (lilac, rose, and violet) and honey further enhance its charm. The palate is indulgent and fresh, with a beautiful spicy power and a thirst-quenching bitterness that extends the finish.

Ageing potential : to be enjoyed for its fruitiness up to 3 or 4 years.

Pairing : delicate fish, marinated salmon and sea bream carpaccio.