Hugo & Pauline Villa - IGP Collines Rhodaniennes - Question d'Équilibre Viognier - White - 2023

Wine:

Made from 100% Viognier grown on parcels just outside Condrieu, the 2023 White IGP Collines Rhodaniennes Question d'Équilibre Viognier is beautifully ripe and expressive. It opens with fresh fruit aromas and subtle notes of bergamot and Earl Grey tea. The palate is both smooth and lively, striking a dynamic balance between richness and bright acidity. A touch of fine bitterness adds tension and lift to the finish — it’s all in the name: perfect balance. A standout white to enjoy from the first sip of the evening. Top Pick from our Selection Committee, rated 93/100.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Direct pressing, settling at low temperature for 12 to 24 hours. Aged 70% in stainless steel vats and 30% in 500-litre demi-muids. Racking and blending 6 weeks before bottling.

Color:

Shiny gold.

Nose:

Fully ripe Viognier, fresh, with notes of peach skin and ripe apricot mingling with hints of bergamot and Earl Grey tea.

Palate:

Smooth and tangy at the same time, this wine is dynamic, with the delicate bitterness of the grape variety reviving the finish. What wonderful balance! The question no longer arises... a serious and cheerful wine to sip as an aperitif.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Appetiser, candied vegetable tart, asparagus fricassee with morel mushrooms, cheese soufflé, scallops marinated in fleur de sel.

Cellar aging:

From today until 2029, and beyond for enthusiasts.

Following in the footsteps of Pierre-Jean Villa, a leading name in Côte-Rôtie, Pauline and Hugo Villa are forging their own identity. Since 2022, they’ve been producing a sharp, energetic lineup of wines made from a mix of their own vineyards and trusted local growers.

Their style is already well defined — pure, elegant, and full of life. From Crozes-Hermitage to Saint-Joseph, Condrieu and beyond, each wine reflects some of the Northern Rhône’s most expressive sites.

A fresh, confident arrival on the Rhône Valley stage — and with pricing that’s refreshingly fair for these top-tier appellations, it’s a name to watch closely.