Famille Garon - Condrieu - La Vieille Maison - White - 2023

Wine:

The 2023 Condrieu La Vieille Maison White is an elegant, expressive Viognier that balances ripeness with freshness. Aromas of bergamot and subtle blond toastiness from barrel aging mingle with delicate creamy notes, creating a beautifully nuanced nose. On the palate, its depth and definition make it a superb match for refined dishes—think fish, roasted poultry, or aged cheeses. A true favorite of our Selection Committee, awarded an impressive 94/100.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Traditional pressing of whole grapes. Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, then in 228-litre oak barrels. Malolactic fermentation takes place the following spring. Aged for around 12 months in 228-litre oak barrels.
35-year-old vines, grown on terraces in various locations within the Condrieu appellation.

Color:

Intense, bright yellow.

Nose:

Aromas of bergamot accompanied by a light toastiness from the ageing process and creamy notes.

Palate:

Light and fresh, with ripe fruity notes, this wine is distinctive, smooth and full-bodied, ideal for pairing with food.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Arctic char, cod blanquette, white pudding with porcini mushrooms, roast free-range poultry, mature cheeses.

Cellar aging:

From today until 2030, and beyond for enthusiasts.

Set on the finest slopes of Ampuis, Domaine Garon crafts wines of remarkable finesse from the steep hillsides of Côte-Rôtie and Condrieu. Working with a detailed, plot-by-plot approach across schist and granite soils, the estate brings out the unique personality of each parcel.

The Garon family produces elegant, expressive wines known for their refined texture and vibrant aromatic character. Tasting these cuvées is always a captivating experience—this is a benchmark estate with no weak links.

Awarded 1 star in the Revue du Vin de France (RVF) Guide—a leading French wine publication—these wines are highly sought-after by enthusiasts and praised by Olivier Poussier, Best Sommelier in the World, for their well-judged aging in oak barrels, which impart subtle complexity without overpowering the wine. Easy to enjoy yet built to evolve, they are essentials from the Northern Rhône Valley.