Domaine Stéphane Ogier - Condrieu - La Combe de Malleval - Blanc - 2019

Wine:

Bursting with freshness and delicacy, the 2019 white Condrieu La Combe de Malleval delivers a pure, approachable fruit character that captivates immediately. Perfectly ripe, precise, and intense, with notes of yellow fruits and a hint of vanilla, this white wine showcases great finesse and irresistible charm, completely transcending the typical varietal traits of Viognier. A beautiful bottle to enjoy at the table. Rated 93/100 by both Parker and RVF.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, traditional vinification in oak barrels.

Color:

Bright, light golden yellow.

Nose:

Beautiful vanilla notes punctuated with yellow fruit aromas.

Palate:

This wine is delicate and fresh, with intense flavors of white fruits and a good maturity.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Poultry, fish in cream sauce, shellfish, scampi with lemon and garden sage, spring vegetable risotto, aged rigotte de Condrieu.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2026

Stéphane Ogier commands attention, skillfully exploring the full range of the Rhône's finest expressions through his wines. His top-tier terroirs, sharp winemaking expertise, and passionate spirit bring to life some of the most exquisite Rhône wines, marked by bold intensity and luscious fruit, reaching new heights of complexity.

Every cuvée bears his hallmark of rigor and excellence. However, the downside of such success is that his wines are becoming increasingly difficult to obtain.