Francois Merlin Condrieu ‘Chanson’ 2022: exquisite wine from one of the most exciting names in the Northern Rhone today: the Viognier masterpiece that elevates every feast: case of six bottles delivered

In Condrieu’s ancient granite amphitheatre, where vines cling like notes to a score, François Merlin composes pure magic. From 50-year-old vines, hand-harvested at perfect ripeness, this unfiltered Viognier ferments gently in seasoned oak and emerges as a concert in a glass. No Parker points, no circus—just quiet genius. Connoisseurs whisper 93–95+.

Luminous pale gold, it unfurls sun-ripened apricot, honeysuckle and the cool breath of wet granite. The palate is a revelation: lavish peach nectar threaded with ginger and citrus zest, finishing with a saline snap that lingers like applause after the final aria.

Drink now until 2030.

This is the wine that elevates every feast: live jumbo scallops in herb butter, grilled lobster, roast turbot, or honey-glazed Christmas turkey. It turns any occasion into a celebration—and every celebration into a masterpiece.

Case of 6 × 75 cl.

RRP £426. CCUK Members only £297 delivered (UK mainland).