Terroir Daronton, Rasteau, Red, 2023

Originating from 13 names... those of the thirteen founders who came together and gathered a team of expert winemakers to create a trusted signature for Rhone Valley wines. As a tribute to their work, the name DARONTON was born from a blend of parts of their names.

2023 was full of contrast! Warm temperatures at the beginning of winter, then a return to normalcy until February; Spring was characterized by a persistent drought and strong wind, followed by regular rainfall until the end of June. Our winegrower partners have worked a lot in the vineyards to preserve the grapes. At the beginning of the harvest, berries were healthy and well-ripened, promising one of the finest vintages of the past decade.

Terrace of Crapon, set on sloping hillsides with surface layers of rounded pebbles and deep clay subsoils.

Traditional vinification with pump-overs and rack-and-return. Extended maceration lasting 18 to 20 days.