Yves Cuilleron

Condrieu La Petit Cote

La Petite Cote is a 100% Viognier wine made from muscovite granite soils located in the centre of the Condrieu appellation. It enjoys a south/south-easterly terraced exposure, and sustainable cultivation by hand. Following harvesting and manual sorting, the grapes are pressed and settled. They then undergo alcoholic fermentation in barrique barrels, without racking, but with regular stirring. Malolactic fermentation is carried out in barrique barrels with native yeasts. Lastly, the wine is matured on the lees for 9 months in barrique barrels. La Petite Cote should be drunk while young and fruity, revealing all its seductively fruity notes. Honeyed touches lend a little sweetness to this gourmet, fresh, spicy wine which finishes with an attractive bitterness.