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| 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu Couer de Roncharde (750ml) | ||
| Viognier from Condrieu, Rhône, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More A top scoring selection of elegant, vineyard expressive Viognier wines, these enticing 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu cuvees offer fresh, richly aromatic and lush textured fruit with bright, vibrant acidity, a selection of exquisite dry white wines masterfully crafted to be "characterful and expressive of their various terroirs" according to the Wine Advocate's Joe Czerwinski and ready to enjoy over the next 5-7 years at an unbeatable value price. Situated on steep terraced vineyards separated by centuries' old stone walls, the cultivation of Condrieu in the Northern Rhone was nearly abandoned in the early 21st century with only a dozen hectares remaining, until a few enthusiastic Viognier growers including Remi Niero's father Robert began replanting the abandoned slopes in the 1980's and reestablishing the appellation to include only the best exposures for ripening the Viognier grape. Located on the right bank of the Rhone about 40 kilometers south of Lyon, the organically farmed vineyards of third generation winemaker Remi Niero span 4 hectares throughout the small Condrieu AOC on precipitous, sunny slopes above the river, planted with vines ranging from 40 to over 70 years of age in stony soils of granite and gneiss with pockets of sand and schist that imbue Remi's Condrieu wines with engaging floral aromatics and distinctive minerality. Aged in a mix of mostly used French oak and stainless steel for 12 months, the enticing single vineyard 95 pt. 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu Couer de Roncharde comes from a top old vine parcel on the La Roncharde hill, a rich, opulent expression of Viognier crafted in a "neat, citrusy style" according to Decanter's Matt Walls, while the single vineyard 94 pt. 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu Vernon comes from old vines grown on an exceptional hillside terroir yielding "a great texture, integrated acidity, and one heck of a finish" according to Jeb Dunnuck. A harmonious blend of the estate's best barrels, the lush and concentrated 97 pt. 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu Cherytage reveals aromatic honeyed fruit with bright saline acidity in a "more steely, mineral-driven" style according to Jeb Dunnuck with a refreshing, lengthy finish. Crafted to mirror their distinctive Condrieu terroir, Jeb Dunnuck described the exceptional 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu wines as "impeccably made and a quintessential expression of this incredible appellation," all meticulously hand crafted to deliver pleasurable drinking for lovers of the world's best Viognier wines at an affordable price. | ||
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| 2022 Francois Villard Condrieu DePoncins (750ml) | ||
| Viognier from Condrieu, Rhône, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More Our new domaine-direct partnership with Northern Rhône reference-point François Villard was unexpected, but when the opportunity came, we jumped on it in a big way. After all, Northern Rhône insiders know these as some of the most classically styled, textbook expressions in the category. While the domaine's calling card is their remarkable trio of Condrieus, serious Rhône connoisseurs also know they produce some of the smartest bang-for-the-buck buys out there in their line-up of impressive reds. Sourced from parcels on granite and quarz soils, the 2022 St-Joseph Reflet is "exquisite," a quintessential appellation benchmark that can stand toe-to-toe with many more well-known names like Coursodon, Courbis, and yes, even cult darling Pierre Gonon. "Clearly the standout in the line-up," as noted by Jeb Dunnuck's 95-point review, the 2022 is a "gorgeous wine" that shows tremendous character in its "pure, layered, elegant mouthfeel and polished tannins." While we're at it, don't miss a pair of spectacular Crozes-Hermitage winners, especially 95-point Les Malfondieres. Jeb Dunnuck declares it "a 'wow' Crozes-Hermitage that should be snatched up by readers," all the more impressive since we rarely see this wine in the US market. As mentioned above, the pride and joy of the domaine are their elite Condrieu expressions from some of the appellation's best vineyards. "The 2022 Condrieu Deponcins is rocking stuff," notes Jeb Dunnuck. This steep vineyard on granite and mica schist is classic Condrieu terroir, and Villard's version shows captivating varietal purity along with the structural balance to be laid down for a few years, a quality not typically associated with Viognier and almost always found only in the very best Condrieus. "Full-bodied, powerful and evocative, the 2022 is a generous Deponcins ... This is outstanding." Likewise, the JD96 Villa Pontciana is "brilliant and classic stuff" from a 50-year-old vines on steep granite mica-schist soils. Vinous' Nicolas Greinacher exclaims, "The 2022 Condrieu Villa Pontciana is a stunner ... a standout Condrieu that’s totally worth the chase." We couldn't have put it better ourselves, and we expect nothing less from one of the appellation's leading producers. | ||
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| 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu Cherytage (750ml) | ||
| Viognier from Condrieu, Rhône, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More A top scoring selection of elegant, vineyard expressive Viognier wines, these enticing 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu cuvees offer fresh, richly aromatic and lush textured fruit with bright, vibrant acidity, a selection of exquisite dry white wines masterfully crafted to be "characterful and expressive of their various terroirs" according to the Wine Advocate's Joe Czerwinski and ready to enjoy over the next 5-7 years at an unbeatable value price. Situated on steep terraced vineyards separated by centuries' old stone walls, the cultivation of Condrieu in the Northern Rhone was nearly abandoned in the early 21st century with only a dozen hectares remaining, until a few enthusiastic Viognier growers including Remi Niero's father Robert began replanting the abandoned slopes in the 1980's and reestablishing the appellation to include only the best exposures for ripening the Viognier grape. Located on the right bank of the Rhone about 40 kilometers south of Lyon, the organically farmed vineyards of third generation winemaker Remi Niero span 4 hectares throughout the small Condrieu AOC on precipitous, sunny slopes above the river, planted with vines ranging from 40 to over 70 years of age in stony soils of granite and gneiss with pockets of sand and schist that imbue Remi's Condrieu wines with engaging floral aromatics and distinctive minerality. Aged in a mix of mostly used French oak and stainless steel for 12 months, the enticing single vineyard 95 pt. 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu Couer de Roncharde comes from a top old vine parcel on the La Roncharde hill, a rich, opulent expression of Viognier crafted in a "neat, citrusy style" according to Decanter's Matt Walls, while the single vineyard 94 pt. 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu Vernon comes from old vines grown on an exceptional hillside terroir yielding "a great texture, integrated acidity, and one heck of a finish" according to Jeb Dunnuck. A harmonious blend of the estate's best barrels, the lush and concentrated 97 pt. 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu Cherytage reveals aromatic honeyed fruit with bright saline acidity in a "more steely, mineral-driven" style according to Jeb Dunnuck with a refreshing, lengthy finish. Crafted to mirror their distinctive Condrieu terroir, Jeb Dunnuck described the exceptional 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu wines as "impeccably made and a quintessential expression of this incredible appellation," all meticulously hand crafted to deliver pleasurable drinking for lovers of the world's best Viognier wines at an affordable price. | ||
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| 2022 Lionel Faury Condrieu Le Mornieux (750ml) | ||
| Viognier from Condrieu, Rhône, France | ||
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| 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu Vernon (750ml) | ||
| Viognier from Condrieu, Rhône, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More A top scoring selection of elegant, vineyard expressive Viognier wines, these enticing 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu cuvees offer fresh, richly aromatic and lush textured fruit with bright, vibrant acidity, a selection of exquisite dry white wines masterfully crafted to be "characterful and expressive of their various terroirs" according to the Wine Advocate's Joe Czerwinski and ready to enjoy over the next 5-7 years at an unbeatable value price. Situated on steep terraced vineyards separated by centuries' old stone walls, the cultivation of Condrieu in the Northern Rhone was nearly abandoned in the early 21st century with only a dozen hectares remaining, until a few enthusiastic Viognier growers including Remi Niero's father Robert began replanting the abandoned slopes in the 1980's and reestablishing the appellation to include only the best exposures for ripening the Viognier grape. Located on the right bank of the Rhone about 40 kilometers south of Lyon, the organically farmed vineyards of third generation winemaker Remi Niero span 4 hectares throughout the small Condrieu AOC on precipitous, sunny slopes above the river, planted with vines ranging from 40 to over 70 years of age in stony soils of granite and gneiss with pockets of sand and schist that imbue Remi's Condrieu wines with engaging floral aromatics and distinctive minerality. Aged in a mix of mostly used French oak and stainless steel for 12 months, the enticing single vineyard 95 pt. 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu Couer de Roncharde comes from a top old vine parcel on the La Roncharde hill, a rich, opulent expression of Viognier crafted in a "neat, citrusy style" according to Decanter's Matt Walls, while the single vineyard 94 pt. 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu Vernon comes from old vines grown on an exceptional hillside terroir yielding "a great texture, integrated acidity, and one heck of a finish" according to Jeb Dunnuck. A harmonious blend of the estate's best barrels, the lush and concentrated 97 pt. 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu Cherytage reveals aromatic honeyed fruit with bright saline acidity in a "more steely, mineral-driven" style according to Jeb Dunnuck with a refreshing, lengthy finish. Crafted to mirror their distinctive Condrieu terroir, Jeb Dunnuck described the exceptional 2021 Remi Niero Condrieu wines as "impeccably made and a quintessential expression of this incredible appellation," all meticulously hand crafted to deliver pleasurable drinking for lovers of the world's best Viognier wines at an affordable price. | ||
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| 2022 Francois Villard Condrieu Villa Pontciana (750ml) | ||
| Viognier from Condrieu, Rhône, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More Our new domaine-direct partnership with Northern Rhône reference-point François Villard was unexpected, but when the opportunity came, we jumped on it in a big way. After all, Northern Rhône insiders know these as some of the most classically styled, textbook expressions in the category. While the domaine's calling card is their remarkable trio of Condrieus, serious Rhône connoisseurs also know they produce some of the smartest bang-for-the-buck buys out there in their line-up of impressive reds. Sourced from parcels on granite and quarz soils, the 2022 St-Joseph Reflet is "exquisite," a quintessential appellation benchmark that can stand toe-to-toe with many more well-known names like Coursodon, Courbis, and yes, even cult darling Pierre Gonon. "Clearly the standout in the line-up," as noted by Jeb Dunnuck's 95-point review, the 2022 is a "gorgeous wine" that shows tremendous character in its "pure, layered, elegant mouthfeel and polished tannins." While we're at it, don't miss a pair of spectacular Crozes-Hermitage winners, especially 95-point Les Malfondieres. Jeb Dunnuck declares it "a 'wow' Crozes-Hermitage that should be snatched up by readers," all the more impressive since we rarely see this wine in the US market. As mentioned above, the pride and joy of the domaine are their elite Condrieu expressions from some of the appellation's best vineyards. "The 2022 Condrieu Deponcins is rocking stuff," notes Jeb Dunnuck. This steep vineyard on granite and mica schist is classic Condrieu terroir, and Villard's version shows captivating varietal purity along with the structural balance to be laid down for a few years, a quality not typically associated with Viognier and almost always found only in the very best Condrieus. "Full-bodied, powerful and evocative, the 2022 is a generous Deponcins ... This is outstanding." Likewise, the JD96 Villa Pontciana is "brilliant and classic stuff" from a 50-year-old vines on steep granite mica-schist soils. Vinous' Nicolas Greinacher exclaims, "The 2022 Condrieu Villa Pontciana is a stunner ... a standout Condrieu that’s totally worth the chase." We couldn't have put it better ourselves, and we expect nothing less from one of the appellation's leading producers. | ||
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| 2022 Andre Perret Chery (750ml) | ||
| Viognier from Condrieu, Rhône, France | ||
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| 2020 Andre Perret Chery (750ml) | ||
| Viognier from Condrieu, Rhône, France | ||
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| 2024 Yves Cuilleron Condrieu La Petite Cote (750ml) | ||
| Viognier from Condrieu, Rhône, France | ||
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