Presentation
Presentation
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.
The vintage
2024 has been full of weather challenges. Spring brought disease pressure, summer droughts reduced yields, and heavy rains in September added to the difficulties. Even so, the great quality of the wines reflects the skill, dedication, and great adaptability of our Artisans winegrowers and winemakers.
Terroir
Limestone soils with clay subsoil, providing regular quantities of water throughout the year.
Winemaking
Grapes are refreshed after de-stemming and crushing. Short skin contact maceration. Fermentation process takes place at a low temperature (17°C). Bottling in spring season to keep the fresh aromas.
Varietals
Grenache blanc : 40%
Viognier : 35%
Roussanne : 25%
Viognier : 35%
Roussanne : 25%
Specifications
Advice
Serving
12-14°C
Tasting
Its nose is suave, predominantly floral. His mouth is fresh and thirst-quenching, with fruity notes of citrus. The whole is balanced and very fond.
Food pairings
Ideal with prawns risotto, roast chicken with herbes de Provence, or fish in foil.
