Domaine Georges Vernay : Les Chaillées de l'Enfer 2012

Georges Vernay's 2012 Chaillées de l'Enfer is named after the south-facing rugged parcels that constitues the vineyard. In fact, travellers who crossed the hot terraced plantings use to shout: On est à l'Enfer! (We are at Hell!) The 2012 Chaillées de l'Enfer is matured on fine lees for 12 to 18 month with 25% new wood and stirring. All these elements combined yielded a delicate, balanced, and elegant Condrieu.The nose is intense and forward with the distinctive salty minerals from old vines. The palate is fruity, with litchi notes and a persistent finish.