Wine for sale: Clos de la Bonnette

Clos de la Bonnette

This family vineyard located in Condrieu dates back to Roman times. For centuries, dedicated men and women built dry stone terraces on the steeply sloping hillsides to facilitate viticulture. Isabelle and Henri decided to take over the family estate after it was abandoned at the end of the Second World War, breathing new life into it by replanting with Viognier. The vines were left to grow and establish their roots deep in the soil for several years, drawing in all the nutrients they needed. Each plot of vines is carefully tended by hand. Given the steep slope, the vines grow on stakes. In other words, they are solidly supported by a wooden stake that guides their growth throughout the seasons. The winemakers are convinced of the benefits of biodynamic viticulture for the soil, vines and wine, and are committed to the principles of natural, low-intervention winemaking.