{"product_id":"2023-chrsitine-vernay-condrieu-coteau-de-vernon","title":"2023 Christine Vernay, Condrieu \"Coteau de Vernon\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArguably the greatest white wine in the Rhône Valley and the undisputed benchmark for the appellation, Domaine Georges Vernay's \"Coteau de Vernon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" is one of the most legendary white wine sites on the planet—right up there with the hallowed grounds of Montrachet or Krug’s Clos d'Ambonnay. The estate holds a sacred history; Francis Vernay founded it, and his son Georges famously saved the Viognier grape from total extinction. Christine Vernay brilliantly steered the ship for over twenty years, and now, the torch passes to her daughter, Emma Amsellem. Emma’s definitive mark on this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003einstant-classic 2023 vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e secured a towering 97-point score from Jeb Dunnuck and preserved the estate’s highest 3-Star status in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLa Revue du Vin de France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe flagship Vernon comes from a microscopic, southeastern-facing hillside \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eyielding an average of only 600 cases globally each year. With just north of 450 cases imported stateside for the 2023 vintage, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efinding it is an absolute treasure hunt for top collectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The secret to its unrepeatable depth lies in ancient, hand-tended vines planted between 1936 and 1938, clinging desperately to dizzyingly steep, stone-supported terraces of fractured biotite granite. This severe, decomposed terroir imparts a laser-focused minerality and a breathtaking, saline precision that effortlessly frames Viognier’s naturally thick, luxurious texture and exotic perfume of honeysuckle and white stone fruits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the standard knock on Condrieu is that it cannot age, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoteau de Vernon completely shatters the mold. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRenowned critic Neal Martin of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e famously marveled over older bottles—specifically a 1982—noting that with time, it sheds its youthful exuberance to reveal the petrol-kissed, tertiary charm of a well-cellared German Riesling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It drinks brilliantly for four to six years on its exotic, floral fruit, but will comfortably evolve for decades into a taut, noble masterpiece of candied citrus, mint, and spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For an unforgettable culinary experience, serve this brilliant 2023 vintage slightly chilled alongside a luxurious butter-poached lobster finished with a delicate Lemongrass and Ginger Beurre Blanc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSanté!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jeb_dunnuck_240x240.png?v=1769834039\" alt=\"Jeb Dunnuck Wine Logo\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e97 Points, Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore tight and closed compared to the L'Enfer, the 2023 Condrieu Coteau De Vernon reveals rich, powerful citrus fruit, acacia flowers, honeyed minerality, and exotic orange-like nuances. It's rich, full-bodied, has a powerful, concentrated mouthfeel, beautiful richness and purity, and a great finish. Give it a year and drink over the following decade. Drink 2027-2037.”  - Feb. 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vinous_240x240.png?v=1769834033\" alt=\"Vinous Wine Media Logo\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94 Points, Vinous Media:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The 2023 Condrieu Côteau de Vernon is dashing as it opens with early-ripe peach and apricot, lemon peel, pastry and dried blossom. Midweight carrying real substance, the 2023 is a superbly balanced Côteau de Vernon with scope and density, settling the expression with immaculate freshness on the nuanced and refined long finish. Gorgeous.” - Jan. 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Chrsitine_Vernay_Condrieu_wine.jpg?v=1780284596\" alt=\"Christine Vernay, Condrieu\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46456135974966,"sku":"SOMM2605-CVE23NRV-750","price":224.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023ChrsitineVernay_CondrieuCoteaudeVernon.png?v=1780069319","url":"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/products\/2023-chrsitine-vernay-condrieu-coteau-de-vernon","provider":"SommSelect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}