2020 Domaine Billon Christophe Condrieu Les Matisses [D95]

Producer: Domaine Billon Christophe  
Region: Condrieu, Rhone, France  
Varietal: Viognier  
Year: 2020 

Decanter, 95 Points 

"Jasmine and meadow flowers: an aerial and very attractive style of Condrieu. Full-bodied but not gloopy. The acidity is well balanced. Good intensity and pleasingly dry, despite the intensity of sweet fruit on the tongue. Finger lime on the mid-palate, lime leaf on the long finish. From lieu-dit  La Caille, south- and southwest-facing, this was fermented then matured in barriques. 1,200 bottles made. Not expensive for such quality. Drink 2022-2030." 

Winemaker Notes: 

"Aromas of citrus rind, yellow stone fruits, light spice, white flowers. Medium-bodied and fresh, lively; ripe flavors and long.  Hand-harvested. Fermented on indigenous yeasts in temperature controlled, stainless steel tanks. Aged for 12 months in older French oak barrels (five years old and older). " 

Alcohol: 14.5% 

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