Gabriel Viognier
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2024
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Spicy Thai curry, grilled sea bass, apricot-glazed chicken
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the sun-drenched vineyards of the Pays d'Oc in southern France, Gabriel Meffre's 'Gabriel' Viognier is a vibrant celebration of one of the Rhône Valley's most legendary white grape varieties. Viognier itself has a dramatic history; once on the brink of extinction in the mid-20th century with only a few hectares remaining in Condrieu, it has undergone a spectacular global renaissance. In the Mediterranean-influenced terroirs of the Pays d'Oc, the grape thrives under warm, sunny days and cooling sea breezes, allowing it to develop its signature opulent aromatics while maintaining a refreshing acidity. Gabriel Meffre crafts this cuvée to emphasize pure varietal expression, utilizing gentle pneumatic pressing and temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation to preserve the delicate floral and stone fruit notes without the heavy influence of oak. The result is an expressive, beautifully balanced white wine that captures the warmth and aromatic richness of the French South.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1936 by Gabriel Meffre and his wife Juliette in the historic village of Gigondas, Gabriel Meffre has grown into one of the Southern Rhône Valley's benchmark wineries and négociant-éleveurs. Spanning renowned appellations across the Rhône, Provence, and Pays d'Oc, the house pairs time-honoured regional traditions with modern precision and an unwavering commitment to sustainable viticulture. The estate is celebrated for producing elegant, terroir-driven red, white, and rosé wines, headlined by its prestigious Laurus cuvées which highlight classic varieties like Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Viognier through meticulous plot selection and bespoke oak aging.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Viognier
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
12.5-13.5%