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Vidal-Fleury - Condrieu 2021

Vidal-Fleury - Condrieu 2021

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4/5 (2 customers)

2*Étoiles

Hachette

91/100

Jeb Dunnuck

15,5/20

Jancis Robinson

90/100

RVF

Viognier
sensual
toasted

"A superb representation of the appellation"

“The elegance of its narcissus and stone fruit aromas, combined with the indulgent hint of nougatine, make this very delicate nose utterly captivating. After an initial burst of acidity, the roundness of the fruit takes over in a powerful, concentrated, almost creamy palate, lingering into a long, smooth finish with flavors of roasted apricot and toasted hazelnut. A superb representation of the appellation that will already—and for a long time to come—deliver wonderful dining experiences when paired with veal sweetbreads or a crayfish puff pastry.” (Le Guide Hachette 2024)

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Estate

Vidal-Fleury

Vintage

2021

Designation

Condrieu

Region

Rhône

Grape Varieties

100% Viognier

Regions

Vines planted on terraces where the granite-rich bedrock contains numerous clay-filled fissures

Viticulture

Traditional and refined

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Wine Production

Slow, gentle direct pressing; temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation in new oak barrels for 30% of the cuvée and in stainless steel tanks for the remainder; complete malolactic fermentation

Livestock Farming

14 months in stainless steel tanks and oak barrels

Alcohol content

13.5%

Eye

A pale yellow color with golden and green highlights

Nose

Highly aromatic, with notes of apricot and violet, as well as hints of almonds and spices—including saffron—that accentuate the wine’s complexity

Palate

Full-bodied and elegantly coats the palate. The balance between acidity, body, and aromatic intensity gives this wine a rare finesse.

Serve

At 10-12°C

Drink before

2036

Food and Wine Pairings

Food and Wine Pairings

Pairs very well with spicy dishes (tagine, tandoori chicken), roast veal loin, grilled John Dory, Roquefort...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Bettane & Desseauve

Rated estate (2024 guide): 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable production, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)

About the estate:

A breath of fresh air is sweeping through Vidal-Fleury. Antoine Dupré has replaced Guy Sarton du Jonchay at the helm of the oldest wine merchant in the Northern Rhône (founded in 1781), which is now owned by the Guigal family but operated independently. New business ambitions are taking shape, and a new winemaking style is gradually emerging, which is beginning to show in the current lineup. Stay tuned.
Hachette Wine Guide

Guide Hachette des vins

Wine Rating (2024 Guide): 2* Stars (Outstanding Wine)

Rated winery (2024 guide) Featured (Successful Wine)

About the wine:

The elegance of its narcissus and stone fruit aromas, combined with the indulgent hint of nougatine, make this very delicate nose utterly captivating. After an initial burst of acidity, the roundness of the fruit takes over, revealing a powerful, concentrated, almost creamy palate that lingers into a long, smooth finish with flavors of roasted apricot and toasted hazelnut. A superb representation of the appellation that will already—and for a long time to come—offer delightful pairing experiences with veal sweetbreads or a crayfish puff pastry.

About the estate:

The oldest active wine merchant in the Rhône Valley, founded in 1781 from its vineyard in Côte-Rôtie and renowned from the very beginning—Thomas Jefferson held a memorable banquet there in 1787. Owned by the Guigal family since 1986, it features a monumental cellar whose architecture is inspired by the Egyptian site of Saqqara.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)

About the estate:

 
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

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

Wine rated (2025 guide) 90/100

Rated Estate (2024 Guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)

About the estate:

Founded in 1781, Vidal-Fleury is the oldest winery in the Rhône Valley still in operation. It was acquired by the Guigal family in the early 1980s and boasts modern, high-performance facilities, as well as autonomy in its management and winemaking. The range is extensive and covers most of the major appellations in the Rhône Valley. The wines are now consistently reliable, with a rather classic style.
Jancis Robinson

Jancis Robinson

Wine rated (2022 guide) 15,5/20

About the wine:

The palate is starchy, with a hint of toasted nuts beneath the apricot fruit. The fruit is ripe, and the finish is rich, dense, and opulent—a real treat!
James Suckling

James Suckling

Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended

Jeb Dunnuck

Jeb Dunnuck

Wine rated (2024 guide) 91/100

About the wine:

Aged in 30% new Burgundy barrels and undergoes malolactic fermentation, the 2021 Condrieu offers a fresher, more vibrant style with aromas and flavors of citrus, mandarin, and honeyed flowers. It is medium-bodied and concentrated, with an elegant, focused palate and an excellent finish.

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