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
Clay-limestone hillsides and sandy-clay soils, exposed south - southwest.
In the vineyard
Harvests mainly manual. Average yield 38 hl / ha. Average age of the vines: 42 years
Winemaking
Traditional vinification in concrete and stainless steel vats. Control of temperatures. Long fermentation, around 20 days.
Varietals
Grenache noir
Syrah
Cinsault
Syrah
Cinsault
Specifications
Advice
Serving
14-16°C
Tasting
Cherry, redcurrant, spice notes and a crisp palate
Food pairings
Goat cheese and tomato pie, piece of grilled beef, lamb chop with herbs, a brie.
