Northern Rhone Condrieu and Chateau Grillet Flashcards
Which departements does Condrieu occupy?
Rhône
Ardèche
Loire
What are the communes of production in Condrieu?
Condrieu, Vérin, and Saint-Michel-sur-Rhône are the original 3 communes of production. In 1967, Limony, Chavanay, Malleval, and Saint-Pierre-de-Boeuf were added to the appellation.
What is the minimum potential alcohol for Condrieu wines?
11.5%
What is the primary soil type in Condrieu?
Decomplosed granite
What are the wine styles allowed in Condrieu?
White wines from 100% Viognier
The most favoured vineyards in Condrieu have a powdery mica rich topsoil locally know as?
Arzelle
Who is the current owner of Chateau Grillet?
Francois Pinault since 2011
What other notable vineyard in France does Francois Pinault own?
Chateau Latour
Which vineyard sites in Condrieu are known for their Arzelle soils?
Chery
Chanson
Cote Bonnette
Les Eyguets
Name two famous cuvee of Georges Vernay?
Côteau de Vernon
Les Chaillées de l’Enfer
Name Guigal’s premium Condrieu wine
La Doriane
`What is the size of Chateau Grillet?
3.8 Hectares or 9.4 acres