Stéphane Montez du Monteillet - Le Petit Viognier 2019
"Le Petit Viognier" was the name given to a variety of Viognier in the mid-19th century, which was not very productive and was reserved for hillside vineyards. Taut, straightforward and mineral, with an expressive, rich nose typical of the grape variety, this Viognier is now considered one of the greats!
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Eye
Golden-colored, shiny dress
Nose
Typical Viognier notes of apricot and peach with hints of acacia, honey, and toasted bread.
Mouth
A tense, straightforward, and mineral wine
Serve
At 8-10°C
Drink before
2024
Guard
5 years
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy as an aperitif, with grilled fish, goat cheese, etc.
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide) 3 stars (High-quality production, serving as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
In just a few vintages, Stéphane Montez has established himself as a leading winemaker in the northern part of the valley, in the Saint-Joseph, Condrieu, and Côte Rôtie appellations. Grapes harvested when fully ripe, sometimes even a little overripe, produce wines with great power and intensity on the palate. Unfortunately, the estate did not present its wines at our tastings this year.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2023 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
The origins of the estate date back to the 16th century; the Montez family has been growing vines here since 1741. Stéphane Montez took over from his father Antoine in 1999 and is now the ninth generation of winegrowers. Today, he manages a 40-hectare vineyard in conversion to organic farming (Cornas, Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Saint-Joseph, and IGP), located on the heights of Chavanay at an altitude of 320 meters. A sure bet in the northern valley.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2023 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing good-quality wines; you won't be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
Since 1997, Stéphane Montez has been cultivating a vineyard planted on beautiful hillsides less than 2 kilometers from his cellar. This rare estate produces 40% white wines. For reds, the estate has a superb plot of old Syrah vines in Saint-Joseph, which produces a generous and delicious Cuvée du Papy. The Côte-Rôtie wines are better controlled, based on more refined aging techniques.
Vinous
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended
Jeb Dunnuck
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended
Customer rating
4.1/5
based on 7 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. JEAN CLAUDE F. Published on 10/11/2022
A true Viognier, a notch below Condrieu, but well within its appellation.
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Note and opinion by Mr. CHRISTOPHER B. Published on 07/12/2021
Very good. It rivals much more expensive Condrieu wines.
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Note and opinion by Mr. RICHARD B. Published on 07/28/2022
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Note and opinion by Mr. JOSE PASCAL V. Published on 05/05/2022
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Note and opinion by Mr. FRANCK C. Published on 04/16/2022
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Review and opinion by Mr. BENOIT A. Published on 04/02/2022
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Note and opinion by Mr. GUILLAUME Q. Published on 10/25/2021
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