NORTHERN RHÔNE
CONDRIEU
94 Domaine Martin Clerc 2016 Condrieu. This gorgeously tropical Viognier bursts from nose to palate with notes of fresh, concentrated melon, guava and pineapple. It’s juicy and richly textured but remarkably spry, edged by layers of crushed stone and a floral kiss on the finish. Enjoyable now it should develop depth through 2026. Shiverick Imports. —A.I.
abv: 13.5% Price: $60
94 François Villard 2016 Le Grand Vallon (Condrieu). Lavender and tangerine skins meld into granite tones on the nose of this silky, supple Viognier. Melon and apricot flavors are concentrated and fresh on the palate, offset by sunny acidity and a salty, mineral finish. This voluptuous but elegant wine should drink well through 2030. J.A.E. Wine Imports. Editors’ Choice. —A.I.
abv: 13% Price: $NA
94 François Villard 2016 Villa Pontciana (Condrieu). The nose of this wine is delicate but perfumed, wafting of orange blossom, apricot and honeycomb. Full bodied and glycerol on the palate, it offers layers of tangerine and stone-fruit flavors edged by a pleasant ring of bitters. This powerful yet pretty wine will be best enjoyed now through 2026. J.A.E. Wine Imports. Editors’ Choice. —A.I.
abv: 13.5% Price: $NA
94 Vignobles Verzier 2015 R (Condrieu). This is a sultry Viognier packed with yellow-peach and tangerine flavors. Its glossy texture is magnified by skeins of vanilla cream and notes of honeysuckle and spice. The finish clings with a delightfully silken touch. Beaune Imports. Editors’ Choice. —A.I.
abv: 14% Price: $NA
Intense aromas of apricot and orange cream burst from this lavish, concentrated Viognier. It’s creamy and unctous in texture but brightened by sunny tangerine acidity and a. —A.I.
