An outstanding wine as well, the 2012 Condrieu offers up brilliant perfume of marmalade jam, apricot, flowers and distinct minerality as well as a medium to full-bodied, rich and layered profile on the palate. Supple, textured and yet with excellent acidity, it’s a classic effort to drink over the coming couple of years. Proprietor Michel Tardieu makes a bevy of high-class efforts from throughout the entire Rhone Valley. While the focus here is on his Northern Rhone releases, I reviewed a number of his Southern Rhone bottlings in Issues 209 and 210. Importer: Wilson-Daniels, St. Helena, CA; tel. (707) 963-9661

Plump, with anise, white peach, apricot and Cavaillon melon aromas and flavors seamlessly layered and carrying through the mineral-tinged finish. Shows lovely mouthfeel and purity. Drink now through 2015. 40 cases imported.??–JM??Region: France / Northern Rh?ne / Condrieu Select to Add