Paul Jaboulet Aîné
WHITE WINE
Condrieu 'Les Cassines' derives its name from the quaint fishermen's cottages along the Rhône, reflecting its historical link to the region's commercial port and inland waterway industry.
Appellation:
Condrieu
Grape varieties:
Viognier
Vines:
Planted from 1993 to 2003
Exclusively crafted from Viognier grapes sourced from steep, granitic slopes in the village.
A very unique expression of the terroir's minerality
GEOLOGY
Plots on steep slopes overlooking the river. Granitic soils on south-facing glacial alluvium, biotite granite.
VINIFICATION
Hand-picked at maturity and directly whole-bunched pressed. Low temperature alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, concrete egg, and partially in French oak barrels.
AGEING
Aged on fine lees during 8 months in concrete egg, French oak barrels and stainless steel tanks.
SERVING TEMPERATURE
Ideal serving temperature is around 12 to 14°C.
FOOD PAIRING
Thai curry, Sushi, Spring rolls, Salad of langoustines with granny smith apples, Hot foie gras pan-fried with mangos, Soft cheese
TASTING
Abounding in floral aromas with delicate hints of exotic fruits like lychee and pineapple. The palate is refreshing, velvety, and lingering.
