Stephane Montez Condrieu Blanc Chanson 2019
Type: White
Country: France
Region: Northern Rhone
Grape Variety: 100% Viognier
Climate: Mediterranean climate with cold winters, and warm summers. Rain falls predominantly in the autumn and winter months
Terroir: This Condrieu is a selection from the plot called “Chanson” cultivated on an arid and steep granite hillside
Winemaking: The vinification process begins with destemming, followed by skin maceration and cold settling. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in barrels at a controlled temperature of 16-18 °C. Subsequently, malo-lactic fermentation occurs on fine lees in oak barrels, with batonage performed once every 6 weeks to encourage natural self-protection. The wine then undergoes ageing for a remarkable 20 months in half-oak barrels sourced from the Allier forest, crafted by the local cooperage, Valaurine
Color: Light straw yellow with golden hues
Nose: First racy and buttery nose developing into notes of pear, apricot, toast and violet
Palate: Mineral on the palate with great tension arising from its terroir
About the Winery:
Stéphane Montez’s Domaine du Monteillet is a beautiful wine estate in the Rhône Valley on 38 hectares (including 17 hectares in one piece) and four appellations: Saint Joseph, Condrieu, Cornas and Côte Rôtie.
The history of the Domaine du Monteillet dates back to the 17th century when it belonged to the Villard family. From century to century, Montez’s ancestors ended up turning to the work of the vineyard and buying back the plots of the Domaine Monteillet.
Since 1997, Stephane Montez has succeeded her father at the helm of the vineyard, but before that, he trained abroad for 2 years in England, South Africa, California and Australia. These experiences allowed him to realize the unique identity and terroir of his lands as well as to acquire many technical skills.
