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| Community Tasting Notes (average 90.6 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 64 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by LeroyHilarious on 9/28/2022 & rated 90 points: Aprikos, ek och smör. Mogen och fyllig med en syranivå på väg ner. Maffig. Gick fint till den grillade laxen.
Tur jag hittade den, för den hade inte blivit bättre med ytterligare en dag i källaren. (601 views) | | | Tasted by maxima on 11/28/2019 & rated 85 points: Bu au Bistro Fringale, un AVV de Granby, offrande de Réjean.
Ah encore ce satané Viognier, j'ai bien de la difficulté
je dois l'avouer (pas de commentaire à l'effet d'être connard SVP
pcq j'ai scoré trop bas, j'ai bel et bien compris que je n'aime pas
les vins à base de Viognier!).
C'est un peu trop potpourri et fruits exotiques
avec une finale un peu lourde, m'a semblé disjoint. (2363 views) | | | Tasted by CarpeDiem! on 9/10/2019 & rated 89 points: Nice exotic fruit, minerality, but already well beyond its optimum. Lesson learned. (1626 views) | | | Tasted by FrancoisD on 3/31/2019 & rated 86 points: Nez et bouche d'expression moyenne. Ananas, anis, mais une pointe de gazon mouillé affecte l'équilibre. (1770 views) | | | Tasted by quaffnov on 5/15/2018 & rated 89 points: The nose and palate scream apricot, with lighter acidity than hoped for, making this a pleasant but not outstanding experience. (2258 views) | | | Tasted by RieslingFanatic on 11/2/2017: Think I must have got a bad bottle/cork because this wasn't very nice. Mainly a mix of burnt caramel, unripe pineapple and a steel-y/bitter finish. (2265 views) | | | Tasted by TheFoodieTraveler on 5/31/2017 & rated 92 points: Finally ready to go! (2322 views) | | | Tasted by Eudemis on 11/23/2016: More perfume-like, less lush and less fleshy than the recently tasted 2012 Tardieu-Laurent. I can see how the heady aspect could be a problem for some tasters, but I did like it, although I would rank the above mentioned T-L ahead of the Guigal. Different styles of Condrieu, I suppose. No trace of flabbiness in this bottle, and no sign of going downhill either. Not even a hint of sweetness, of course. Very enjoyable. Food matching is delicate; for me, freshly cooked crab meat with mustard-free mayonnaise and crisp crusty white bread. If you find a better match, let me know. (2718 views) | | | Tasted by MattMauldin on 11/11/2016 & rated 91 points: Rich gold color. Nice purity on the nose- honeysuckle, apricot, orange peel. Dense and rich on the palate, with sweet melon and tropical fruit, hints of spice, flowers and honey. Textured and balaced with medium acid. Good depth on the finish. (2620 views) | | | Tasted by TheFoodieTraveler on 7/15/2016 & rated 87 points: too sweet - minerality/acidity all but missing (2535 views) | | | Tasted by cos65 on 5/4/2016: Pretty easy to like.
Rich floral honeysuckle
Full-bodied, bordering on heavy
Lighter acidity, somewhat flabby
Drink up, I worry that this will fall off the edge soon (2419 views) | | | Tasted by RieslingFanatic on 10/2/2015 & rated 89 points: Liked this. Nose - savoury, with cheese rind notes on top of tropical fruits, apricots and honey suckle. Palate - much lighted and balanced, pinapple, almonds, salt notes, good length and persistence. Still a baby. (2470 views) | | | Tasted by nsellen on 8/3/2015 & rated 91 points: Although deepening in colour, this still retained a fresh, lifted floral nose (hint of butter behind). Good acidity to keep the almondy, floral, palate in check and give it some focus. Really pleased with this wine. (2294 views) | | | Tasted by chrisanderika on 6/3/2015 & rated 90 points: Classic but slightly understated--a little foursquare and uninspiring (2423 views) | | | Tasted by ticktock on 3/1/2015 & rated 92 points: A spectacular viognier blend from Condrieu. It's not Cuilleron but it's a worthy alternative. (2820 views) | | | Tasted by tastark on 2/15/2015 & rated 100 points: I don't typically rate wines anymore, but this wine is perfect. There isn't a single thing that could make this wine better. Aromatics in spades, beautiful mouthfeel and texture. A long, tasty finish. What else could you ask for in a wine? (2526 views) | | | Tasted by bons vinhos on 1/1/2015 & rated 95 points: this was a beautiful surprise,really excellent wine.I will definetly keep an eye out for this great Condrieu.
Great stuff!! (1946 views) | | | Tasted by AllRed on 10/13/2013 & rated 93 points: Second Sunday Group: 1995 Pauillac vs. Pessac (Rich's & Dana's): Citrus, floral, almond and pear aromas. Rich, oily texture featuring flavors of melon, pear and even some fig. Long finish. (4764 views) | | | Tasted by espenlund on 8/31/2013 & rated 93 points: Sitron på farge. Medium+ intensitet med aromaer av ferksen, pære, aprikos, mineraler, blomster, litt fat. Tørr med medium syre med medium+ kropp og konsentrasjon. Fet på stil. Smak av mineraler, steinfrukt, blomster. Elegant stil. Medium+ lengde. (3900 views) | | | Tasted by WineLover422 on 8/21/2013 & rated 87 points: I admit ahead of time I have not been a huge fan of Viognier, but had always had mediocre terroirs or producers; this was my first chance to taste what I expected to be a quality bottle that would show the attributes of the grape grown in its natural home. The nose was subdued but pleasant, demonstrating tree fruits and spice. The initial mouth feel was a bit flabby, lacking the acidity to balance it out, and turned a a touch bitter on the finish. The food we paired with it (a sauted pine nuts and Brussels sprouts pasta dish that I have successfully paired with 1er Cru Chablis in the past) totally overwhelemed the wine (again, due to the lack of acidity). However, it also gets tiring drinking without food. Maybe Viognier just isn't my thing; for the money, I would rather buy two bottles of Alsacian Gwertz and get a similar styled wine that pairs better with food. (3826 views) | | | Tasted by P&F on 8/18/2013 & rated 91 points: Seemed fresher than the Doriane, albeit less complex. Still lovely, fragrant, and balanced, but not good value. (1463 views) | | | Tasted by Steven A on 8/18/2013 & rated 92 points: I will admit I am new to Condrieu. This entry level from Guigal is the most delicious hedonistic viognier I have come across. Though this not saying much as I have only tasted American and Australian wines from this varietal. In the glass the wine has a clear golden hue. On the nose I got loads of apricot honey and a little white peach with a touch of saffron. This wine has a lush creamy mouthfeel . There is a bit of RS in this baby. It has a nice light to medium finish with low acidity. Besides the apricot honey and peach from the nose I also get a little pineapple on the palate.. I really loved this wine. It went very well with Cajun seasoned shrimp with brown butter!! I am excited to explore Condrieu more deeply (1680 views) | | | Tasted by Steven A on 8/18/2013 & rated 92 points: I will admit I am new to Condrieu. This entry level from Guigal is the most delicious hedonistic viognier I have come across. Though this not saying much as I have only tasted American and Australian wines from this varietal. In the glass the wine has a clear golden hue. On the nose I got loads of apricot honey and a little white peach with a touch of saffron. This wine has a lush creamy mouthfeel . There is a bit of RS in this baby. It has a nice light to medium finish with low acidity. Besides the apricot honey and peach from the nose I also get a little pineapple on the palate.. I really loved this wine. It went very well with Cajun seasoned shrimp with brown butter!! (3265 views) | | | Tasted by Steven A on 8/18/2013 & rated 92 points: I will admit I am new to Condrieu. This entry level from Guigal is the most delicious hedonistic viognier I have come across. Though this not saying much as I have only tasted American and Australian wines from this varietal. In the glass the wine has a clear golden hue. On the nose I got loads of apricot honey and a little white peach with a touch of saffron. This wine has a lush creamy mouthfeel . There is a bit of RS in this baby. It has a nice light to medium finish with low acidity. Besides the apricot honey and peach from the nose I also get a little pineapple on the palate. It went very well with Cajun seasoned shrimp with brown butter!! (3468 views) | | | Tasted by P&F on 4/28/2013 & rated 92 points: As with the Doriane, the bouquet changed and opened up over time. Unlike the Doriane, though, Rand says, the taste hasn't changed much. The bouquet is again persistent and compelling, and just a pleasure -- floral, with a little citrus (Rand says) while to me it seems a little like Grand Marnier. The palate is a little less compelling but still pleasant, not as ravishing as the nose. We're novices at Condrieu, so maybe it is more oaked and vanilla-ed than more traditional ones. However, until we try them, this is pretty good. The finish is great. (1899 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| E. Guigal producer website
A FAMILY HISTORY
Land with 24 centuries of history behind it, worked and preserved by three generations of winemakers with family values at their core and a commitment to an illustrious terrain that produces prestigious wines. This, in a nutshell, is the Maison Guigal. Right from the beginning the motto, “No Pains No Gains” underpins the promise made to Etienne Guigal. A commitment to work together to follow in his footsteps, to communicate the family’s passion and create so many emotions. Today, Marcel and Philippe, along with their wives, are the guardians of this exceptional domain which combines history, devotion and a sense of togetherness. A breath of inspiration for generations to come.
CÔTE-RÔTIE
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Planted on slopes by the Romans 24 centuries ago, this illustrious vineyard is made up of the Côte Brune, upstream of the Reynard and the Côte Blonde which is downstream. Planted almost exclusively with Syrah, the Côte Brune produces a powerful, intense wine. Thanks to a dash of Viognier which compliments the Syrah, the Côte Blonde is more subtle. There is a charming legend attached to this appellation and the Château d’Ampuis: “the sire of this place had two daughters, one with hair as dark as the night and the other blonde like a field of wheat. When they got married he endowed each with two of his best slopes. This is how we inherited the Côte Brune and the Côte Blonde”
CONDRIEU
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With its steep terraces which plunge towards the Rhône, this vineyard is planted solely with Viognier. A rare grape varietal imported by the Greeks at the beginning of our era, combined with granite soils its naturally complex character produces a unique white wine with a yellow golden hue and intense and subtle notes of delicate apricot and white peach.
SAINT-JOSEPH
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Enjoyed at the table of kings, this illustrious wine’s name hails back to the 16th Century and the Jesuit monks of Tournon. The reds are made from Syrah and the whites from Marsanne and Rousanne. These grape varieties grown on a South to South East facing steeply sloped vineyard with granite soils produce elegant, luscious wines.
HERMITAGE
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A prestigious appellation since ancient times, it is named after a 13th Century hermit who sought redemption by devoting himself to prayer and the cultivation of vines. Enjoyed by the Russian Court and the great and the good of Europe, this rich and powerful wine with intense aromas is produced from Syrah for the reds and Marsanne and Roussanne for the whites.
CROZES-HERMITAGE
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A typical wine of the northern Rhône, Crozes-Hermitage benefits from warm pebbly soils with good drainage. This is a vast appellation partially planted on slopes. The reds are produced from Syrah and the whites from Marsanne and Rousanne. The red wine is deep ruby in colour, full of savoury flavour and well-balanced. The white wines are dry and aromatic with floral notes.
CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE
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These soils are composed of calcareous round pebbles and the vineyards are swept by the Mistral winds and warmed by the Provencal sunshine, resulting in wines with unmistakable flavours of the South. These southern wines are produced from a complex blend of the 13 grape varieties of the appellation with Grenache as the main component. They are complex with soft and powerful tannins and are characterised by a generous and strong personality.ViognierViogner is wrong wine
This is nonsense.France Vins de France (Office National Interprofessionnel des Vins ) | Pages Vins, Directory of French Winegrowers | French Wine (Wikipedia)
Wine Scholar Guild vintage ratings
2018 vintage: "marked by a wet spring, a superb summer and a good harvest"
2019 vintage reports
2021: "From a general standpoint, whether for white, rosé or red wines, 2021 is a year marked by quality in the Rhône Valley Vineyards. Structured, elegant, fresh and fruity will be the main keywords for this new vintage."
2022 harvest: idealwine.info | wine-searcher.comRhône Guide to the wines, wineries and appellations in the Rhone Valley The Rhône Valley/Le Vins de la Vallée du Rhône (Comité Interprofession des vins AOC Côtes et vallée du Rhône)
### Wine Scholar Guild's Rhône valley vintage charts & ratings ###Northern Rhône Guide to the wines and appellations of the Northern Rhone Valley -
The Rhône Valley/Le Vins de la Vallée du Rhône (Comité Interprofession des vins AOC Côtes et vallée du Rhône)
Regional History:
Phocaean Greeks established viticulture in the Rhone as far back as 600 BC, but until the 14th century the wines were not seen outside the region. The establishment of the Avignonese Papacy (1305-1377) brought fame to the region's wine-so much so that their Burgundian neighbors to the north banned wines from the Rhone in 1446, a measure that effectively cut off trade with England and other Northern European markets for over 200 years. Stretching southward from Lyon to just south of Avignon, the Rhone produces a wide variety of wines, with the appellations north of Valence producing the least (in volume), and the towns south of Montelimar producing prodigious amounts. As in other regions, the most interesting wines come from small farms. Saint-Joseph, in the northern Rhone, extends for some distance between Condrieu in the north to Saint-Peray in the south. The reds are made from Syrah and the rare whites from Marsanne and Roussanne, and Viognier.
### 2017 vintage ###
"The first red wines already tasted in the Northern Rhône promise a beautiful vintage, with a quality close to the 2015 or even the 2009 vintage" - NEWRHÔNE MILLESIMESCondrieuThe single vineyards of Condrieu on weinlagen.info |
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