2017 was a fraught year for volumes in Condrieu, as 40% was lost due to coulure and drought. 100% Viognier, from four plots in Condrieu: Paton, Chanson, La Côte and Vernon. The latter, a new addition last year, is famous for its high acidity and loess soils and represents half of the blend. 45 year-old vines. Apricot, peaches and yellow flower aromatics on the nose. The palate retains a wonderful core of fresh acidity, around which sits a cushion of ripe stone fruit. The body is viscous yet lithe – a sense of volume with freshness. Aged for 10 months in new and one year-old barrels.