AB Newsletter - Vidal Fleury Oct 23

TRIALTO | October 23rd 2023

Introducing Maison Vidal-Fleury from the Rhône Valley

This family-owned winery has been operating since 1781. Vidal-Fleury benefits from having one of the widest ranges of sites in the Rhône Valley, and today we're excited to offer multiple wines from some of the most prestigious appellations in the storied region.

VIDAL-FLEURY Côte Rôtie 2019

	Product code	888704
	Format	6x750ml
	Country	France
	Regulated designation	Appellation origine controlée (AOC)
	Region	Rhône Valley
	Subregion	Northern Rhone
	Appellation	Côte Rôtie
	Varietal(s)	Syrah 95 %
	Varietal(s)	Viognier 5 %
	Colour	Red
	Sugar	Dry
	Closure type	Cork

- 94 Points -

Jeb Dunnuck, February 2022

Moving to the Côte Rôties, the 2019 Côte Rôtie Brune Et Blonde De Vidal-Fleury is terrific, and this is a great vintage for the region. Black raspberries, dried flowers, savory meats, and spice all dominate the bouquet, and it’s medium to full-bodied, has ultra-fine tannins, and a great finish. I suspect this will be a smoking value and keep for 10-12 years.

VIDAL-FLEURY
Saint-Joseph 2018

Rhône Valley, France

889094 | 6x750ml |

- 91 Points -

Jeb Dunnuck, February 2022

The 2018 Saint Joseph is almost Côte Rôtie-like in its black raspberry, spicy, and floral aromatics. These all carry to a medium-bodied Syrah that has silky tannins, outstanding balance, and just loads of character.

VIDAL-FLEURY
Saint-Joseph Blanc 2021

Rhône Valley, France

889097 | 6x750ml |

- 92 Points -

Decanter, September 2022

There's a touch of millefeuille pastry on the nose, a little vanilla. Medium- to full-bodied, not as strong in acidity as some 2021s. Finishes on fresh ginger and some cinnamon from the oak. Not hugely concentrated, but vibrant.

VIDAL-FLEURY
Hermitage 2021

Rhône Valley, France

889090 | 6x750ml |

Appearance, deep red with some black trace. Nose complex : grilled meat, pepper, smoky, lightly oaky, tobacco, black fruit. Palate rich and fresh, silky tannins. Red plum, blackcurrant, spices (peppery, nutmeg), animal flavors on the finish. Good density and long length.

VIDAL-FLEURY
Crozes-Hermitage 2021

Rhône Valley, France

889096 | 6x750ml |

$36.00
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- 92 Points -

James Suckling, May 2023

This rather rich and plush Crozes has excellent integration of restrained toasty oak with ripe blueberry and blackberry fruit on the well-structured palate. Just beginning to show what it’s made of! Long, rather compact finish.

VIDAL-FLEURY
Crozes-Hermitage Blanc 2020

Rhône Valley, France

889099 | 6x750ml |

- 91 Points -

Jeb Dunnuck, February 2022

I loved the 2020 Crozes-Hermitage Blanc, another medium-bodied, vibrant white from this team. White flowers, crushed citrus, and honeysuckle define the bouquet, and it’s medium-bodied and elegant on the palate.

VIDAL-FLEURY
Cornas 2020

Rhône Valley, France

889092 | 6x750ml |

- (91-93) POINTS -

Jeb Dunnuck, February 2022

I loved the nose of the 2020 Cornas, and this pretty, medium to full-bodied Cornas shines for its purity of fruit as well as balance. It’s very floral on the nose and has plenty of more blue-tinged fruits, silky tannins, and a great finish.

VIDAL-FLEURY
Saint -Péray Blanc 2021

Rhône Valley, France

889098 | 6x750ml |

Wine with bright yellow colour and green reflections. A wine full of freshness with fine aromas of white flowers and lemon zest. A nose that release subtle aromas of hawthorn, violet, and accacia that evolve to notes of honey over the years. Mouth with a slight acidity marked by roundness.

Magnum Also Available

VIDAL-FLEURY
Crozes-Hermitage 2021

Rhône Valley, France

889101 | 6x1500ml |

- 92 Points -

James Suckling, May 2023

About VIDAL-FLEURY

Founded in 1781, Vidal-Fleury is the oldest active winery in the Rhone Valley. Located in the heart of the Côte-Rôtie, the winery works with 16 different Appellations d’Origine Contrôlées (AOC), producing wines that are true to the terroir and ‘elevage’ of their appellations. The art of patience is a key philosophy of Vidal-Fleury who believe that wine is of course made of grapes, but also with a lot of time.