Graeme & Julie Bott Collines Rhodaniennes Viognier First Flight 2022 750ml

Name: Graeme & Julie Bott Collines Rhodaniennes Viognier First Flight 2022 750ml
Brand: Graeme & Julie Bott
SKU: 998287
Price: 21.94 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 90.5 (2 reviews)

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Floral and round, with a juicy mix of apricot and melon flecked with chamomile, hay and crushed flint. Firm and energetic, too, thanks to its tangy acidity and a mineral vein that keeps the broadness in check from start to finish. A delicious and elegant interpretation of Viognier. Drink now through 2028. 1,660 cases made, 360 cases imported.

Country: France
Region: Rhone Valley

Size: 750ml
Color: White

SKU: 998287

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Varietal

Viognier

Although primarily associated with the Rhone region of France, the precise origins of the Viognier grape variety are unknown, and the subject of much debate. However, these fine and delicate green skinned grapes are an important varietal for many of France's most elegant white wines, and they are quickly beginning to spread around the New World, too, where wineries are discovering their unique qualities and unusual character. Viognier grapes are notoriously difficult to grow, due to the fact they are highly susceptible to mildew, but wineries persevere with them nonetheless, producing wines which are highly aromatic and have a great, fruit-forward character. Their delicate aroma suggests sweetness due to its flowery, sappy nature, but the wine itself generally very dry and crisp, and full of summery, light and refined qualities.

Country

France

France, often regarded as the heart of the wine world, boasts a rich history, diverse terroirs, and a captivating variety of grape varietals. From the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux to the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, France offers a wine lover’s dream journey. Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast looking […]

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Region

Rhone Valley

The Rhone Valley of southern France is a particularly fascinating wine region, with a history that stretches back to at least six hundred BCE, when the ancient Greeks first began cultivating vines there. The region itself is split into two distinct sub-regions, with the northern sub-region being famed for its production of exceptional Syrah, Marsanne, Roussane and Viognier wines, packed full of interesting character and expressing the terroir found there. The southern sub-region is home to an enormous variety of grapes, and produces red, white and rosé wines, and some of the world's most famous and adored blended wines. The continental climate of the region is ideal for growing grapes, and the winds which blow from the Central Massif help temper the heat in the vineyards, leading to very ripe fruits holding plenty of flavor.

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Entirely crafted from Viognier, the 2022 First Flight Blanc exudes aromas of almonds, spring blossoms, spices and ripe peach. Moderately weighted, enrobing and round, it's perfectly balanced with bright acids for a Viognier and has a long, fresh finish. Pressed with whole bunches, it was vinified in barrels, which enhanced beautiful dry extracts. Keep it for 3-4 years.

Winery Notes

100% Viognier. Soil: Granite in Ampuis & Condrieu villages. Aging: 9 months in French oak barrels.

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