Villa Blanche Viognier - Calmel & Joseph

Villa Blanche Viognier - Calmel & JosephIn the glass, Villa Blanche Viognier - Calmel & Joseph presents a pale straw yellow with gleaming reflections that play delicately into golden tones. The color appears inviting and playful. As soon as you gently swirl the glass, an intense fragrance rises. Ripe apricot and juicy peach clearly take center stage. Fine notes of white blossoms, orange blossom and a hint of jasmine join in. With a bit of air, the bouquet gains increasing depth. Ripe pear, a touch of exotic fruit like lychee and a hint of tangerine come to the fore. Herbal accents are reminiscent of lemon balm, thyme and a touch of fennel greens. Subtly spicy nuances evoking white pepper and delicate vanilla round off the aromatic profile. The typical abundance of aromas of Viognier is displayed here in a clear, structured form. On the palate, the wine appears dry yet wonderfully juicy. The creamy texture lays over the tongue softly and densely. Ripe stone fruit dominates here as well. Apricot, peach and yellow nectarine dance with fine notes of candied citrus peel. In the background, blossom honey, a hint of almond and a delicate spiciness shimmer through. The acidity remains moderate, firm enough for freshness and tension but never sharp. The body shows as full and supple, almost silky. The structure seems harmonious, the alcohol well integrated. A fine, salty minerality provides grip and elegance. On the finish, notes of ripe apricot, orange and a hint of herbal tea linger for a long time. This Viognier presents itself fruit-driven, creamy and at the same time surprisingly precise. It invites you, sip by sip, to further discovery. The Languedoc-Roussillon region in the south of France imparts all of its sun-drenched character to this wine. During the day the sun is intense, at night the wind from the nearby Mediterranean cools the vines. This temperature range produces aromatic grapes with good freshness. Soils of limestone and clay with gravelly inclusions deliver depth and fine minerality. Viognier clearly thrives here and shows its fragrant, opulent side. This varietal Viognier displays its typical strengths. The grape variety stands for opulent fruit, floral notes, creamy texture and subtle spice. This wine reflects all of that with impressive clarity. For lovers of intense, aromatic white wines, it offers a seductive alternative to Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc. The stylistic profile of Villa Blanche Viognier - Calmel & Joseph is clearly defined. Fruit, creaminess and freshness are at the forefront. The wine largely forgoes heavy oak aromas. This keeps the fruit in focus while the structure caresses the palate. For connoisseurs seeking a characterful yet very approachable white wine, this Viognier delivers exactly the right expression. The most important aromas at a glance unfold like a small fragrance theater in the glass. Ripe apricot and juicy peach as clear leading notes White blossoms, orange blossom and a hint of jasmine Exotic nuances of lychee and tangerine Herbal hints of lemon balm and thyme Fine spice with white pepper and delicate vanilla Equally appealing is the range of occasions on which this wine shines. As an aromatic aperitif on the terrace or in the garden Partner to light starters with fish or vegetables Wine for sociable evenings with friends and family Refined white wine for a multi-course menu Stylish gift for fans of southern French wines Production of Villa Blanche Viognier by Calmel & Joseph The grapes for Villa Blanche Viognier - Calmel & Joseph come from carefully selected parcels in Languedoc. The vineyards lie in exposed, breezy sites overlooking the hills of the hinterland. Limestone soils with a top layer of clay store the warmth of the day and gently release it at night. This combination produces aromatic, perfectly ripe Viognier grapes whose fruit is expressed in great detail in the wine. Viognier responds sensitively to location and care. The vines grow at a moderate yield density. This concentrates the energy of the vines in fewer grapes. Harvest begins relatively early in the morning. The cool temperatures preserve freshness and fragrance. Selective picking ensures that only fully ripe berries reach the cellar. At the winery, processing is gentle and precise. After careful pressing, the must runs clear and aromatic into temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. A short period of skin contact before pressing intensifies the fruit aromas of apricot and peach. Fermentation takes place at low temperatures. This preserves the delicate floral notes and exotic nuances. Ageing on the fine lees gives the wine its creamy texture. The lees protect the aromas and add more depth to the flavor. Occasional stirring of the lees, the classic bâtonnage, enhances the creaminess and rounds out the structure. Maturation in stainless steel preserves the freshness and clarity of the Viognier. Oak appears, if at all, only very discreetly, more as a fine hint of vanilla or toast. The team at Calmel & Joseph values a cle...