{"title":"NORTHERN RHÔNE WHITES","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Condrieu_Vineyards.jpg?v=1779039727\" alt=\"View of Condrieu Vineyards overlooking the River\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhile the upper valley is rightly celebrated for its legendary reds, the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"73\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eNorthern Rhône Whites\u003c\/b\u003e collection represents an equally breathtaking, highly specialized destination for wine lovers who appreciate texture, character, and intense aroma. Cultivated on the same dramatic, vertigo-inducing granite cliffs that line the river banks, these whites completely bypass the sharp, mouth-puckering acidity commonly found in other European white wines. Instead, they focus entirely on a luxurious, velvety mouthfeel, incredible purity of fruit, and a captivating fragrance that pairs effortlessly with fine food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThis dedicated collection brings together the two distinct and brilliant white wine styles of the region. At the absolute pinnacle sits the world-famous appellation of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"168\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eCondrieu\u003c\/b\u003e and its vanishingly rare, single-estate neighbour \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"227\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eChâteau-Grillet\u003c\/b\u003e. Both serve as the global spiritual homes of the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"292\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eViognier\u003c\/b\u003e grape variety, where the vines yield an indulgent, deeply satisfying profile brimming with \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"392\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003efresh apricots, ripe white peach, and blossoming spring flowers\u003c\/b\u003e. Running alongside these exotic icons are the beautifully structured white blends of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"541\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eMarsanne\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"554\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eRoussanne\u003c\/b\u003e. These include the wonderfully comforting, orchard-fruit and toasted-nut styles from the rugged slopes of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"670\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eSaint-Joseph\u003c\/b\u003e and the rolling plains of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"709\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eCrozes-Hermitage\u003c\/b\u003e, as well as the crisp, mineral-driven still and traditional-method sparkling white wines from the limestone soils of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"843\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eSaint-Péray\u003c\/b\u003e. Whether you are treating yourself to a rare, premium luxury, looking for a celebratory bottle of bubbles, or seeking a versatile white for the dinner table, this range showcases the spectacular, unpretentious depth of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"m-chapoutier-condrieu-invitare","title":"M. Chapoutier Condrieu Invitare 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eChapoutier's Condrieu 'Invitare' (a name derived from Latin), is an invitation to share a friendly moment, an allusion to the old Latin traditions that persist in the Rhône region to this day and, as with Côte-Rotie, the Condrieu vineyard has an impressive history that dates back to Roman times. Made from 100% hand-harvested Viognier grapes the Condrieu Invitare undergoes a period of short ageing on its lees for approximately 8 months in order to preserve freshness and the varietal character of the Viognier grape. Maturation is carried out in oak to add to the wines depth and complexity, 15% of the wine is aged in new barrels to preserve the freshness and minerality of the fruit, whilst the remaining 85% is aged in a combination of one and two year-old demi-muids adding consistency, power and aromatic complexity to the wine. A wonderful deep golden yellow in colour the Invitare Condrieu displays vibrant aromas of exotic fruits (pineapple), acacia blossom, lychee, apricot and peach. The palate is well rounded generous and with great length with a final note of vanilla to finish.[#intro]An invitation to taste the unique characteristics of the Rhône Valley's Condrieu appellation...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"M. 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The term \"Chaillées\" comes from regional dialect meaning 'rocky' and refers to the dry stone walls that form the terraces of this plot. In the past, those who came across the plot would often be heard to say \"On est à l'Enfer\" which translates as 'we are in Hell', due to the intense heat endured on these south facing plots. The vineyard is situated in the heart of Condrieu and comprises two hectares of south facing biotite, granite terraces. The Viognier grapes were all manually harvested at full maturity and then meticulously sorted and pressed. After a static temperature controlled must settling, the clear juice was fermented in 225 litre barriques, lasting approximately four to five weeks. The wine was matured on its fine lees in oak barrels of which 25% were new, for 12 months, with regular bâtonnage (lees stirring) which imparted complexity and volume to the resulting wine. This Condrieu displays all the hallmarks of a very fine Viognier. 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