LAURUS Condrieu White 2019 - Viognier - Rhone, France
LAURUS Condrieu White - Viognier - Rhone, FRANCE
Rich, unctuous and fleshy, with tons of pineapple, peach liqueur and hints of orange blossom, the 2015 Condrieu Laurus is
medium to full-bodied, rounded, layered and decadent on the palate...it has a supple, ripe, layered style.
Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
Product Description
Description
Rich, unctuous and fleshy, with tons of pineapple, peach liqueur and hints of orange blossom, the 2015 Condrieu Laurus is medium to full-bodied, rounded, layered and decadent on the palate. It has a supple, ripe, layered style, this Condrieu is one of the stars of the northern Rh�ne. Pair with lobster ravioli or scallops with cream and white wine. Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
How to pair it
- Seafood Pair with lobster ravioli or scallops with cream and white wine
Accolades
Awards
Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
An American wine critic and journalist specialised in domestic, Bordeaux and Rhone Valley wines and is a former writer for The Wine Advocate.
Jancis Robinson 16.5 Points
Internationally recognised British wine journalist and critic, Jancis Robinson is one of the few influential women in wine and is among the top educators in the industry.
Critique Review
The 2018 Condrieu Laurus is a beauty. Loaded with notions of white currants, apricot, flowery incense, and honeysuckle notes, it's rich and mouth filling on the palate, yet stays balanced, lively, and clean. It competes with the top wines in the appellation.
Jeb Dunnuck, December 2019Wine Facts
Product Type | White Wine |
---|---|
Grape Varietal | Viognier |
Vintage | 2019 |
Region | Rhône Valley |
Country | FRANCE |
Winemakers | Veronique Torcolacci |
Producer | Gabriel Meffre |
Average age of vines | 20 to 30 years |
Production method | 34 hl/ha |
Harvest method | Manual |
Fermentation & maceration | Malolactic fermentation |
Aging | 17 months in oak barrels |
Alcohol | 14.5% |
Mouth Attribute | Complex, Medium-bodied, Rich, Round |
Nose Attribute | Floral, Fruity, Tropical Fruit |
Density | 6500 vines/ha |
SKU | RH136 |
Vineyard Info
Reviews & Ratings
Description
Rich, unctuous and fleshy, with tons of pineapple, peach liqueur and hints of orange blossom, the 2015 Condrieu Laurus is medium to full-bodied, rounded, layered and decadent on the palate. It has a supple, ripe, layered style, this Condrieu is one of the stars of the northern Rh�ne. Pair with lobster ravioli or scallops with cream and white wine. Vintage in image may vary. Refer to wine facts for current vintage.
How to pair it
- Seafood Pair with lobster ravioli or scallops with cream and white wine
Awards
Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
An American wine critic and journalist specialised in domestic, Bordeaux and Rhone Valley wines and is a former writer for The Wine Advocate.
Jancis Robinson 16.5 Points
Internationally recognised British wine journalist and critic, Jancis Robinson is one of the few influential women in wine and is among the top educators in the industry.
Critique Review
The 2018 Condrieu Laurus is a beauty. Loaded with notions of white currants, apricot, flowery incense, and honeysuckle notes, it's rich and mouth filling on the palate, yet stays balanced, lively, and clean. It competes with the top wines in the appellation.
Jeb Dunnuck, December 2019Product Type | White Wine |
---|---|
Grape Varietal | Viognier |
Vintage | 2019 |
Region | Rhône Valley |
Country | FRANCE |
Winemakers | Veronique Torcolacci |
Producer | Gabriel Meffre |
Average age of vines | 20 to 30 years |
Production method | 34 hl/ha |
Harvest method | Manual |
Fermentation & maceration | Malolactic fermentation |
Aging | 17 months in oak barrels |
Alcohol | 14.5% |
Mouth Attribute | Complex, Medium-bodied, Rich, Round |
Nose Attribute | Floral, Fruity, Tropical Fruit |
Density | 6500 vines/ha |
SKU | RH136 |