Presentation
A renowned figure in the northern Rhône, Christophe Pichon has earned a reputation for his dedication to terroir and detail. On the steep slopes of appellations like Condrieu, Côte-Rôtie, and Saint-Joseph, he cultivates Syrah and Viognier with passion and precision. The estate follows sustainable viticultural practices and hand-harvests its grapes to maintain optimal quality. In the cellar, vinification is exacting, with barrel aging that enhances the natural complexity of the wines. His Condrieu is rich and aromatic with a silky texture, while his reds combine power and finesse, revealing black fruit, violet, and spice. A reference in the Rhône Valley.
Location
Parcel selection from the Condrieu lieu-dit of the same name, covering 3.5 hectares. This is a historic plot of the estate.
Terroir
Granite soil averaging 50 cm in depth, with a highly weathered subsoil. South-facing slope arranged in terraces.
In the vineyard
Precise and attentive work throughout the vegetative cycle, including treatments and soil care, adapted to the conditions of each vintage.
Winemaking
Fermentation with indigenous yeasts, 100% carried out in barrels.
Ageing
Aged for 11 months in 3-year-old oak barrels to preserve finesse and aromatic purity.
Varietal
Viognier : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 55 years old
Ingredients & nutrition ›
Serving
Serving temperature: 13 to 15°C
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
Roche Coulante displays a pale golden color with green highlights. The nose is delicate yet expressive, revealing aromas of pear and apricot, subtly enhanced by hints of vanilla and white flowers. On the palate, the texture is rich and silky, with generous aromatic depth and a refreshing touch of bitterness on the finish. This Condrieu offers a harmonious balance between opulence and freshness, perfectly reflecting the elegant and full-bodied style of the appellation.
Visual appearance
Pale gold with green reflections.
At nose
Pear, apricot, vanilla, white flowers.
On the palate
Silky and rich texture, aromatic depth, refreshing bitterness on the finish.
Food pairings
This Condrieu white pairs beautifully with refined dishes. It enhances seared scallops, sea bass in a light sauce, or poultry with cream and morels. It also works wonderfully with vegetarian dishes such as mushroom risotto or leek tart. For a regional pairing, serve it with Rigotte de Condrieu, a local goat cheese whose softness echoes the wine’s roundness.