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Domaine François Villard - Condrieu Les Terrasses du Palat 2023

Domaine François Villard - Condrieu Les Terrasses du Palat 2023

96/100

RVF

91/100

Vinous

Viognier
freshness
orchard fruits
grilled shrimp

“A truly enticing fruity bouquet”

“The 2023 Condrieu Les Terasses du Palat unfolds with pronounced aromas of apricot, white peach, flowers, and cedar. With a supple texture and concentrated flavor, this 2023 vintage is a seductive Condrieu that remains true to its grape variety, combining a savory finish with noticeable freshness and vitality. ” (Vinous 2026)

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Estate

Domaine François Villard

Vintage

Les Terrasses du Palat

Vintage

2023

Designation

Condrieu

Region

Rhône

Grape varieties

100% Viognier

Terroirs

Weathered quartzite granite soils

Viticulture

Certified organic

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Winemaking

Direct pressing followed by fermentation in barrels at low temperatures using native yeasts. Stirring once a week for 6 months.

Livestock farming

18 months: 12 months on fine lees in barrels and large casks, and 6 months in stainless steel tanks

Alcohol content

13.5%

Organic

Yes

Eye

A golden color with shimmering highlights

Nose

A fruity bouquet where pear, apricot, and honey intertwine.

Palate

Fresh, smooth, and perfectly balanced.

Serve

At 12-14°C

Drink before

2033

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Serve with Chang-Hay-style sautéed shrimp, stuffed turkey, or an apricot tart...

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RVF - The French Wine Review / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Wine rated (2026 guide) 96/100

Rated estate (2026 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)

About the wine:

Rich and spicy, Les Terrasses du Palat is nonetheless full of elegance.

About the estate:

We are delighted to see this estate in such fine form this year. François Villard has been a master of his craft—both with whites and reds—for several years now, producing wines deeply rooted in their terroir. It must be said that he boasts an impressive range that spans all the region’s major appellations. A proponent of perfectly ripe grapes and a master of the art of winemaking, he has crafted a series of 2023 vintages of the highest caliber. A third star is well within reach.

Wine Spectator

Wine Spectator

Rated estate (2026 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)

Vinous

Vinous

Wine rated (2026 guide) 91/100

Rated estate (2026 guide) Recommended

About the wine:

The 2023 Condrieu Les Terasses du Palat bursts with pronounced aromas of apricot, white peach, flowers, and cedar. With a supple, concentrated texture, this 2023 vintage is an alluring Condrieu that remains true to its grape variety, combining a savory finish with noticeable freshness and vitality.

James Suckling

James Suckling

Rated estate (2025 guide) Recommended

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ESTATE PRICE

42

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