Pierre-Jean Villa, Collines Rhodaniennes Primavera, 2022

Name: Pierre-Jean Villa, Collines Rhodaniennes Primavera, 2022
Brand: Flint
Price: 174.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Northern Rhône, France

£174.00

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Case of 6 (£29 p/b)

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This comes from a vineyard in the Saint-Joseph appellation – the least well known in the Northern Rhône. The Primavera is a Condrieu in all but name. Whilst technically labelled as a Saint-Joseph wine, the vineyards neighbour Condrieu and I’d argue that it tastes closer to a traditional, rich Condrieu, now that so many are moving towards a young, fruity style. Pierre-Jean does produce a Condrieu, which retails at around £55 a bottle, but quantities are tiny, and stock disappears as quickly as it arrives in the UK.

A characterful wine, aromas of white flowers and ripe stone fruits are complemented by a gentle, yet complex blend of honey, zest, and a touch of spice. Full-bodied and creamy, this is a hedonistic, rich Viognier – very much in the style of the best wines of Condrieu, without being quite so intense.

Pierre-Jean Villa trained in Burgundy, and then spent 10 years as the régisseur at ‘Les Vins de Vienne’, working with some of the most famous names in the area to restore some forgotten vineyards in the Northern Rhône. In 2009, he established his own winery, focusing on appellations such as Saint-Joseph, Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, and Crozes-Hermitage.

Parson's

2022

France

Organic Certified