2017 Chapoutier Ardeche VDP Blanc Viognier, Rhone Valley

The vineyard is located on the southern volcanic slopes at the foot of the plateau of Coirons. The 350 meter altitude and the microclimate are very favourable to the expression of the white wines.

The winemaking is mainly carried out in vats. After a light pressing, the wine is cold-settling for around 48 hours. The fermentation temperatures are controlled between 16 and 18°C.

Greenish-yellow colour quite deep.Fine aromas of apricot, pear, marmalade.
Blending of roundness and freshness on the palate, which is a characteristic of Viognier variety on these volcanic soils.