Alain Jaume - La Butte d'Or Condrieu 2022 (750ml) Herault

Alain Jaume - La Butte d'Or Condrieu 2022 (750ml) HeraultThe wine comes from vineyards planted on hillsides and soils that are covered with granite. The east and south east exposures offer an environment where the Viognier expresses the best of its aromatic potential. La Butte d'Or Condrieu shows a golden yellow color, a complex nose of exotic fruits and hints of apricot. The palate exhibits some brioche notes that mingle with the delicate flavors of white peach and apricot compote. This Condrieu reveals

This is the highest expression of our estate’s European derivation and inspiration

leather and some meat

mirabelle plum

allspice aromas primarily

one of the most popular wines we produce

marzipan and some mint

It undergoes native yeast fermentation and full malolactic fermentation

45% pinot meunier

a subtle spiced honeycomb emerges and carries through the lengthy

D91DecanterMore powerful than La Chapelle this year

medium-bodied Pinot Noir shows off an abundance of red cherry and baking spice aromas followed by a burst of flavors with notes of pomegranate

absolute testimony to the velvety sinuosity of the noble Primitivo di Gioia del Colle vine