2024 Xavier Gerard, Collines Rhodaniennes IGP, Viognier

Xavier Gerard manages his family’s estate in the Northern Rhône, having taken full control of these historic holdings with the 2013 vintage. This wine is made from vines rooted in a one-hectare, partially terraced parcel of granite-infused soil in the commune of Vérin. In the glass, it shows a restrained profile with notes of white flowers, violets, and a persistent, stony minerality supported by a sharp, focused texture. The 2024 vintage provided the conditions necessary to maintain this high level of acidity and fresh fruit character. This is a balanced, precise wine that is ready to enjoy tonight for those seeking an authentic expression of the region's unique granitic slopes.