Viognier
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 3 years from the vintage release.
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Spicy Thai curries, grilled prawns, fresh goat cheese
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Delas Frères, celebrated for their legendary Northern Rhône masterpieces, brings their centuries of expertise with the finicky Viognier grape to the sun-drenched terroirs of the Pays d'Oc. Viognier is a grape of dramatic history; once on the brink of extinction in the mid-20th century with only a few hectares remaining in Condrieu, it has since undergone a spectacular global renaissance. For this cuvée, Delas selects grapes from vineyards that benefit from the Mediterranean warmth tempered by cooling sea breezes, allowing the fruit to develop its signature opulent aromatics while maintaining a refreshing acidity. Vinified entirely in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to preserve the pure, unadorned essence of the fruit, this wine captures the grape's classic stone fruit and floral character without any oak influence, offering an approachable yet sophisticated expression of a historic varietal.
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Founded in 1835 by Charles Audibert and Philippe Delas in the heart of the Rhône Valley, Delas Frères is a historic house renowned for its masterful expression of Northern and Southern Rhône terroirs. Now under the ownership of the Champagne Louis Roederer group, the estate combines traditional craftsmanship with modern precision, highlighted by their state-of-the-art winery in Tain-l'Hermitage. Delas is celebrated for its exceptional, terroir-driven wines, particularly its iconic Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Condrieu cuvées, including acclaimed single-vineyard expressions like Clos Boucher and La Landonne.