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Georges Vernay, Condrieu Les Chaillees de L'Enfer , 2023

White Wine from Northern Rhone, Selected: Selected: Selected: France
by Domaine Georges Vernay
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Sitting between Terrasses de l'Empire and the flagship Coteau de Vernon in Christine Vernay's hierarchy, Les Chaillées de l'Enfer comes from precipitously steep terraced plots in the heart of Condrieu — 'enfer' translating to 'hell,' a nod to the punishing terrain. The vines average well over fifty years old, planted on the appellation's signature decomposed granite and biotite, and the wine is fermented and aged in barrel (a portion new) on the lees, without malolactic fermentation, to preserve cut. It's a Condrieu of tension and structure — the apricot and stone-fruit perfume of Viognier disciplined by mineral grip and a saline, long finish. Built for the table, built to age.

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Antonio Galloni

93 points

"The 2023 Condrieu Les Chaillees de L’Enfer unfolds first into pronounced honeysuckle, chamomile, right-ripe apricot and peachy tones. Subtle pastry adds more aromatic complexity. Medium-bodied, fresh and focused, the outstanding 2023 walks off the stage with a long and fragrant finale." —Nicolas Greinacher

Jancis Robinson

17.5 points

"The only one of Vernay’s wines in the (Yapp Brothers) line-up bottled in an Alsatian-style bottle, making me wonder if that’s meant to suggest something about the style of the wine?And perhaps it’s autosuggestion from the bottle shape, but there does seem to be a bit of a petrol note alongside more characteristic aromas of juicy apricot and gardenia. This is very intense and concentrated but is also fresher than many Condrieus."

Wine Spectator

94 points

"Leans into the lush style, showing expert balance and drive. Features concentrated layers of plush, fleshy apricot, peach and mango that pulse with saline-laced acidity. White tea tannins frame the rich, zesty finish, which stretches on and on. Excellent. Drink now through 2030."

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Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Viognier

  • Vintage

    2023

  • Size

    750ml

  • Style

    Elegant

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Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Grilled lobster, scallops with brown butter, roast pheasant, creamy chicken with morels, or aged hard cheeses. A wine that needs serious food.

Tasting Profile

Pale gold. White peach, apricot pit, honeysuckle, beeswax, ginger, and crushed granite. Full-bodied yet structured, with a saline mineral cut and a long, focused finish.