Gilles Flacher 2013 Les Rouelles (Condrieu)

Country: France / Les Rouelles
Variety: Viognier Rhône Valley
Winery: Gilles Flacher / Condrieu

This is aged in barrel, but the power of the source’s granitic soils is such that the oak is barely noticeable. Nasturtium blossom and apricot mark the nose, while the palate adds pineapple, cinnamon and clove. The wine is a bit oily in texture, but with a long, tropical-fruit-laced finish that brings admirable freshness, focus and energy.