Domaine Saint Amant - Côtes-du-Rhône Les Clapas 2012

This estate was founded by the Wallut family in 1990, when they decided to plant Viognier around their vacation home. The vineyards are located at an elevation of between 400 and 600 meters, which lends freshness and elegance to the estate’s wines. The 13 hectares of small plots are situated on hillsides, facing southeast and swept by the mistral, on marl and limestone soils. Half of the estate’s production consists of white wines, almost entirely made from the Viognier grape variety, which, thanks to the altitude, produces delicate, floral wines. The reds also feature full-bodied, floral bouquets.

This estate, founded in 1992 by Nathalie and Jacques Wallut—a retired business executive—features 13 hectares of terraced vineyards at altitudes ranging from 400 to 600 meters on the slopes of Mont Saint-Amant. Fruit, fruit, and more fruit in this “youthful,” crisp, fresh, and lingering cuvée, crafted for lovers of indulgent wines.