For many of the apricots growers in the Northern Rhône Valley, growing apricots is more
than a job, it’s a way of life. Most of the orchards have been in families for generations –
being passed down over the years along with pride and respect for the land. In 2010,
Romain Roudier, managing the family’s farming operation, decided to expand in
viticulture. With vineyards in production in 2020, Romain built a cellar from scratch and
thus rebranded and started doing business as Domaine Vendome.
than a job, it’s a way of life. Most of the orchards have been in families for generations –
being passed down over the years along with pride and respect for the land. In 2010,
Romain Roudier, managing the family’s farming operation, decided to expand in
viticulture. With vineyards in production in 2020, Romain built a cellar from scratch and
thus rebranded and started doing business as Domaine Vendome.
Presentation
Presentation
Based in Larnage near Tain l'Hermitage, Domaine Vendome is moving towards an ecological approach. It has been certified organic since the 2021 vintage, and is moving towards an environmental approach, using a minimum of inputs to maximise the soil's biodiversity.
The name of this Viognier is a nod to my great-grandmother. The vines were planted on the plot where a well had been dug to supply the house with water.
The name of this Viognier is a nod to my great-grandmother. The vines were planted on the plot where a well had been dug to supply the house with water.
Location
Les Méjeans (Larnage)
Terroir
Kaolin and clay-type white earths
In the vineyard
Young vines
Winemaking
Handpicked in the morning and sorted in the vineyards, fully destemmed and transferred to concrete vessels for a cold 5-day maceration prior to yeast inoculation and a 4-week fermentation at strictly controlled temps. Ageing in stainless steel tanks for 9 months on lees, malolactic fermentation done.
Ageing
Aged 100% in stainless steel vats for 9 months.
Malolactic fermentation.
Malolactic fermentation.
Varietal
Viognier : 100%
Specifications
GM : No
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Advice
Serving
12°C/54°F
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 2 to 3 years
Tasting
Viognier is all about freshness, incredibly fresh, taut, we don't find the opulence of certain viogniers. Very aromatic, this wine has notes of white peaches, citrus fruit and almonds.
Food pairings
Poultry, cheese, fish, seafood.
