Simon Field | Straw-lemon color, a little dull; aromas of chalk, mowed grass that has not been collected for a few hours, and a whisper of hawthorn. The palate is a little hollow, diluted lime juice and white plum. Reticent and lacking self-belief; a lengthy diminuendo and then no final flourish. Condrieu is a dish best served young, so I lack optimism for any real mid-term development. Slightly hot on the finish, therefore dissonant and a tad disappointing. | 82

Andrew Jefford | Pale bright gold. Aromatically quiet; a little yeasty. Some very shy apricot scents behind. Perhaps six months in bottle will permit aromatic amplification. On the palate, it is very sound and firm, vivid, long, lively, but if you are looking to be drenched in blossom or drowned in summer fruit, this wine won’t quite do that yet. It is classic Condrieu of great purity and refinement, nonetheless: taut, dense, and tight, with all of the style and singularity of Viognier on granite sands. Thoroughly classy, vinous and quietly aromatic, with much yet to give, I feel. | 92

John Livingstone-Learmonth | A yellow robe, some glints. The nose is fine, reserved, offers a little pear fruit, with an orange- tangerine trace of cut. It’s a very orderly, calm start. The palate is also fine but also a touch dilute; it skips the true Viognier richness on its travels. It’s a light version of Condrieu and would be upstaged by some interesting Viognier vin de pays des Collines Rhodaniennes at a lesser price. New- wave winemaking, scared of richness, degree, and depth here. It can be drunk solo. 2020. | 83