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Domaine des Amphores, "La Côte" 2020, Condrieu

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Domaine des Amphores, "La Côte" 2020, Condrieu

£49.50 when you mix any 6+ bottles
£55.00 Single Bottle
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There are not many wines from Condrieu, the growing area is no larger than 120 hectares. Finding an organic wine is a needle in a haystack, a biodynamic producer is even more rare. Well, we have found the needle! Véronique Grenier and her husband Philippe have given us a special Condrieu that shows the full potential of this location. Drinking now through to 2027.

Made from 100% Viognier, half of this wine spent 8 months in oak. The wine has aromas of violets, acacia flowers, and fresh apricots. The palate is sensual, rich and creamy. Delicious.

Pair this with foie gras or goats cheese.

Quick Info

Bottle Size: 75cl
ABV: 12.5
Designation: AOC Condrieu
BIN: BTL-0505
Current Stock: 30
Style: White
Organic: Yes
Vegetarian: Yes
Vegan: Yes

More Information

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Rhône Valley, France

The Rhône Valley has been a hub of wine culture since ancient times. Viticulture arrived with the Greeks in the 4th century BC. But it was the Romans who really established the vineyards and reputation of the area using the Rhône as their highway through France.

The region's wines are known for their richness, depth, and complexity, and their ability to age beautifully. They many illustrious villages including Chateauneuf du Pape and Côte-Rôtie.

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Viognier

Viognier originated in the Rhône Valley (in Southern France). It is a full bodied variety that loves warm climates. It is often left on the vines for a long time which allows its aromatic profile to develop. Common flavours and aromas include tangerine, apricot, apple, honeysuckle, baking spices, and ginger.

Prior to its renaissance, Viognier was reduced to just a few plantings, thankfully the variety is once again flourishing in the Southern Rhône and Languedoc.

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Véronique and Philippe Grenier, Domaine des Amphores

In 1992, Véronique and Philippe Grenier took over the uninhabited buildings belonging to Philippe's grandfather. They owned 0.50 ha of vines and leased a further 3 ha. Since when they have been gradually planting vines.

From the moment they started, the goal was to work organically. Since 2016 they have also been certified biodynamic.