2007 Condrieu, La Doriane, Domaine Etienne Guigal

The archetype of the richer, oaky style of Condrieu, La Doriane has had a particularly successful outing in 2007. Pear, peach and more tropical elements dominate the nose whilst the elegant palate exhibits a rich, spicy, honeyed texture

This full-bodied white was aged in one-third new oak and two-thirds tank. One hundred percent of the 2007 Condrieu La Doriane is vinified in new oak, and put through malolactic. It is then aged for 11 months prior to bottling. Absolutely exquisite, with the oak pushed to the background, this wine’s fruit character is dominated by apricots, peaches, honeysuckle, and marmalade. The beautiful floral and honeyed fruit aromatics are followed by a sumptuous, full-bodied white that is never heavy (because of good acidity) or flabby. Consume it over the next 2-3 years.
(Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - Apr-2009)