“Stone Fruits, Steely, Complex”
Beautiful straw yellow colour. Intense and complex nose of apricot, peach, white flower and smoke. Very punchy and impressive. On palate, another waves of stone fruits flavour with smoky, steely and earthy notes. Complex and long pleasant finish. An outstanding example of Viognier.
... Tasting notes of:
… Pairs well with pork, rich fish, poultry
- About the Wine
- Tasting Notes
- Rating and Critic
- About the Winery
Grape: 100% Viognier
Sweetness: Dry
Acidity: Medium
Body: Full
Alcohol: 14%
Bottle size: 750ml
Wine making: Fermentation takes place within temperature controlled vats to make the most of the complex aromatics of the Viognier variety. A maximum of 20% is fermented in new oak casks.
From the winery:
"The color is a straw yellow, with green tinges. This Condrieu has layers of amazingly powerful and complex aromas: violets, apricots, peaches, honey and dried fruit. On the palate, these exuberant flavors are rich, powerful, and highly seductive, with an unctuous texture and a mass of exotic fruit on the finish."
90 points, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, May 2021
“No longer hugely floral, the 2018 Condrieu la Galopine is a ripe apricot and tropical fruit-scented offering. Medium to full-bodied, with an appealing roundness on the mid-palate that's complemented by a bright, citrusy streak and hints of white pepper on the finish, it's an appealing wine to drink over the next year or two.” - Joe Czerwinski
92 points, Jeb Dunnuck
"The base 2018 Condrieu Galopine is terrific and well worth seeking out. Classic apricot, orange blossom, and white flower notes, as well as a kiss of honeyed minerality, define the bouquet. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, has a plush, sexy texture, moderate acidity, but a fresh, clean finish. It's ideal for drinking over the coming 2-3 years."
Delas was founded in 1835, in the heart of the renowned vineyards of Northern Rhone. The company produces wines with the utmost care, each being an example of its terroir and grape variety. The Delas wines are reputed for their fine flavours, concentration and complexity.
About the Wine
Grape: 100% Viognier
Sweetness: Dry
Acidity: Medium
Body: Full
Alcohol: 14%
Bottle size: 750ml
Wine making: Fermentation takes place within temperature controlled vats to make the most of the complex aromatics of the Viognier variety. A maximum of 20% is fermented in new oak casks.
Tasting Notes
From the winery:
"The color is a straw yellow, with green tinges. This Condrieu has layers of amazingly powerful and complex aromas: violets, apricots, peaches, honey and dried fruit. On the palate, these exuberant flavors are rich, powerful, and highly seductive, with an unctuous texture and a mass of exotic fruit on the finish."
Rating and Critic
90 points, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, May 2021
“No longer hugely floral, the 2018 Condrieu la Galopine is a ripe apricot and tropical fruit-scented offering. Medium to full-bodied, with an appealing roundness on the mid-palate that's complemented by a bright, citrusy streak and hints of white pepper on the finish, it's an appealing wine to drink over the next year or two.” - Joe Czerwinski
92 points, Jeb Dunnuck
"The base 2018 Condrieu Galopine is terrific and well worth seeking out. Classic apricot, orange blossom, and white flower notes, as well as a kiss of honeyed minerality, define the bouquet. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, has a plush, sexy texture, moderate acidity, but a fresh, clean finish. It's ideal for drinking over the coming 2-3 years."
About the Winery
Delas was founded in 1835, in the heart of the renowned vineyards of Northern Rhone. The company produces wines with the utmost care, each being an example of its terroir and grape variety. The Delas wines are reputed for their fine flavours, concentration and complexity.