Domaine François VillardLes Contours de Deponcins Viognier 2023

Product code: 23758
£26.20 inc VAT
£157.20 / case of 6
France
White Wine from
Rhône, France
Country
Country: France
Region
Region: Rhône
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Northern Rhone
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Domaine François Villard
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Viognier
Grape: 100% Viognier
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Country
Country: France
Region
Region: Rhône
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Northern Rhone
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Domaine François Villard
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.00%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Viognier
Grape: 100% Viognier

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

This Viognier displays a pale yellow-gold hue and offers powerful aromas of peach, apricot, honeysuckle, and orange blossom. On the palate, it delivers rich, fleshy stone-fruit flavours with a compelling mineral streak, balanced by lively acidity and a subtle salinity that lingers beautifully.

Product Notes

Domaine François Villard’s Les Contours De Deponcins is a remarkable Viognier hailing from France’s Rhône Valley. This superb craft introduces an enticing nose melded with vibrant honeysuckle and ripe apricot notes, alongside subtle hints of almond and citrus zest. The wine shines on the palate with a harmonious blend of refreshing acidity and rich, layered textures. A pronounced minerality echoes through the lengthy finish. This Viognier, a product of traditional winemaking expertise, showcases veritable depth and complexity, making it an ideal companion for a refined gastronomic experience. An unforgettable sip of French luxury indeed.

About the Winery

Domaine François Villard

Nestled in the heart of the Rhône Valley, Domaine François Villard is truly an emblem of French viticulture. Founded in 1989 by the eponymous François Villard, this winery has garnered extensive admiration for its dedication towards cultivating exquisite wines.

The vineyard, spanning over 30 hectares, is home to a striking variety of grapes. Maison François Villard smiles upon the Mediterranean climate that makes it conducive to grow Syrah, Marsanne, Roussanne, and Viognier, the famed grape varieties of the Rhône Valley. Each vineyard is treated distinctly, as different as their soils and as singular as the grape they harbour. Promising an amalgamation of elegance, complexity, and longevity, their wines truly echo the essence of the terrain.

Also, they lean towards organic and biodynamic farming techniques, as endorsed by François Villard himself. This ideology stems from the belief that wine should not just reflect the grape but also the very essence of the terroir from which they sprout. While he's keen to experiment with different vineyard management techniques, François Villard is committed to maintaining the quality and consistency of his wines, above anything else/

The winery not only caters to the bonvivant, with a marvellous range of wines, but it is also an open house for tours and tastings to share the nuanced art of winemaking. Visitors can absorb the authentic French spirit, viewing the cellars and barrels, understanding the bottling process, and immersing themselves in the voyage from grape to glass.

The prestige and distinction of Domaine François Villard derives from its meticulous cultivation, innovative ethos, and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a keen novice, a visit to their vineyards will surely offer an engaging sojourn into the French wine-making tradition.

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