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Vinous Nicolas Greinacher - 01 Jan 25
Fresh apricot, mango, spring blossom, banana and a touch of jasmine introduce the 2023 Condrieu Les Terrasses de L'Empire, a medium-bodied, hauntingly elegant Condrieu. Touching the palate with gentle flavor concentration, the 2023 ends with a sli
Drinking Date: 2025 - 2028
Rhone Vineyard Valley of Fine Wine

Rhone

The Rhône Valley in southeastern France is famed for its diverse wines. It's divided into Northern Rhône, known for Syrah-based reds and white wines from Viognier, Marsanne, and Roussanne, and Southern Rhône, which features blends like Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Northern Rhône wines, such as Côte-Rôtie and Hermitage, are intense and complex, while Southern Rhône's Châteauneuf-du-Pape is known for powerful, spicy reds. Top producers include E. Guigal, Domaine du Pegau, and Domaine Jean-Louis Chave, exemplifying the region's rich winemaking tradition.