Domaine Georges Vernay - Condrieu "Les Terrasses de l'Empire" 2023
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Key figures
- Grape variety: Viognier
- Vintage: 2023
- Sweetness: Dry
- Alcohol content: 14.0 % vol.
- Bottle size: 750 ml
- Allergens: Sulfites
- Country of origin: France
- Region of origin: Rhone, Côte-Rôtie
Description
"Les Terrasses de l'Empire" 2023 showcases the exceptionally precise and elegant interpretation of Condrieu for which Domaine Georges Vernay is globally recognized as a benchmark. The steep, granite-influenced terraces lend the Viognier a distinctive mineral tension and an exceptionally clear structure. Georges Vernay deliberately interprets the appellation with a strong terroir focus and great restraint, making the wine appear incredibly refined and transparent despite its aromatic intensity.
The 2023 vintage is vibrant and energetic, yet incredibly harmoniously structured. The Viognier combines expressive aromatics with fresh minerality and a silky, elegant texture. Instead of heavy opulence or dominant breadth, "Les Terrasses de l'Empire" clearly focuses on balance, tension, and Rhône-typical finesse. It is precisely this combination of floral depth, mineral clarity, and vibrant freshness that makes the wine particularly fascinating.
The aging process remains subtle and excellently integrated, ensuring that origin, grape variety, and vintage remain uncompromisingly at the forefront. As a result, this Condrieu exhibits a grand Rhône style – mineral, elegant, with a long, subtly spicy finish and great aging potential.
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