Ardèche Viognier

The vines grow on clay and limestone soils on steeper slopes than the Chardonnay parcels; their average age is 15 years and yields are around 35 hl/ha. The grapes are hand-harvested. Fermentation and maturation take place for twelve months in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks, with complete malolactic fermentation; spontaneous fermentation is not specified. The 2024 vintage shows aromas of candied apricot, apricot kernel, almond and caramelised fruit. On the palate, it is fresh, broad and full-bodied, with moderate acidity and a long finish. ([louislatour.com](https://www.louislatour.com/fr/vins/182/ardeche-viognier/2024?utm_source=openai))