{"product_id":"2022-xavier-gerard-condrieu-cote-chatillon","title":"2022 Xavier Gerard Condrieu Cote Chatillon","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"425\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"52\"\u003e2022 Xavier Gérard Condrieu \"Côte Chatillon\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is a benchmark expression of Viognier that emphasizes \u003cstrong data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"149\"\u003egranitic terroir and mineral precision\u003c\/strong\u003e over overt opulence. Sourced from Gérard's holdings on the dark, migmatite-rich slopes of Côte Chatillon and matured for 18 months in neutral oak, the wine delivers impressive concentration while preserving freshness and site expression. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"825\"\u003eIn the glass, it shimmers with a luminous straw-gold hue. The nose unfolds in layers of \u003cstrong data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"566\"\u003ewhite peach, apricot, nectarine and Meyer lemon\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by fragrant notes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"598\" data-end=\"649\"\u003eorange blossom, honeysuckle, acacia and jasmine\u003c\/strong\u003e. As it opens, subtler nuances of \u003cstrong data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"744\"\u003efresh ginger, crushed granite, almond cream and wet stone\u003c\/strong\u003e emerge, lending complexity and refinement. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003eThe palate is rich and textural without ever feeling heavy. Ripe orchard and stone fruits are framed by a striking mineral spine, giving the wine remarkable lift and definition. Neutral oak contributes a silky, creamy texture rather than overt toast, allowing the vineyard's character to take center stage. The finish is long, dry and saline, echoing with citrus peel, white flowers and crushed rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1718\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eRather than relying on Viognier's exuberant floral perfume alone, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003eCôte Chatillon\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Condrieu of depth and restraint—combining the grape's sensual texture with the tension, energy and minerality more commonly associated with the Northern Rhône's greatest terroirs. It is exceptional alongside butter-poached lobster, roasted turbot, veal with morel cream sauce, or aged Comté, and has the structure to evolve beautifully over the next 8–12 years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ELEVAGE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51451784954162,"sku":null,"price":69.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/7165\/2425\/files\/Xavier.png?v=1783612724","url":"https:\/\/www.vintagewinemerchants.com\/products\/2022-xavier-gerard-condrieu-cote-chatillon","provider":"Vintage Wine Merchants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}