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White dry
Pressed and vinified plot by plot since the winery renovation in 2012. Fermented in thermoregulated steel vats. Malolactic fermentation is either in vat or barrel depending on the plot. The wine is aged in 20% new French oak barrels for 18 months. The 2020 was harvested at 32hl/ha, a real success volume wise after several years of perilously low yields. Bright lemon-straw colour. The nose is almost reminiscent of Corton Charlemagne and hides the more caricaturish elements of Viognier completely. Fresh nuts, struck flint and mandarin oil all come through on the nose. The palate has apricot stones, a deeply stony character and a rich viscosity. There are layers of subtle spice from the wood - this is much more integrated and complementary than some of the 100% new oak "super cuvee" Condrieus in the market. Oily, succulent and rich, there is a deeply savoury tone and tangy freshness that builds to the finish. This is tightly wound and will only improve with time in the bottle.
Serve at 12-14°C with foie gras, seafood such as lobster, crayfish, crab but also poultries and veal cooked in white sauce, blue cheeses.
The history of Château-Grillet spans three centuries and is inseparable from the history of French wine. As early as the 18th century, this winery's 'Viognier' wine was considered one of the best in the world, and its admirers included such figures as Thomas Jefferson, Empress Josephine, and King George IV of England. For a long time, Château-Grillet belonged to families living in Lyon, and from 1827 to 2011, to the Neyret-Gachet family. On December 11, 1936, the French Republic granted AOC status to the winery's 3.5-hectare vineyard. This unique monopole appellation borders the Condrieu AOC and allows only 'Viognier' grapes to be grown. Château-Grillet is one of the few French monopole estates with AOC status and is renowned for its rare and exceptional wines. In 2011, the winery was acquired by François Pinault, who invested to improve the wine's quality. In 2012, the equipment was modernized, and a new winemaker, Alessandras Nolis, began working, and in 2019, he was replaced by Chu Jaeok. Château-Grillet wines are renowned for their elegance and pronounced minerality, reminiscent of Grand Cru Chablis, and are long-lived.
Wine Style
Château-Grillet wine is characterized by a distinctive character that combines elegance and minerality. It is a complex and subtle white wine that reflects the uniqueness of the Rhône Valley terroir.
Prestigious Vineyards
Château-Grillet owns a unique 3.5-hectare vineyard located in the Rhône Valley:
This unique vineyard is characterized by a special soil and climate that give the wine a distinctive character.
Aging and Drinking Period
Château-Grillet wine is characterized by longevity and can age for decades. The wine is often drunk after a long aging period to maximize the expression of its character.
