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
Marl and gypsum from the Trias period. Sandy soils from the Miocene era.
Winemaking
Cold maceration for 6 days (10°C). Pumping-over and racking off. Fermentation at controlled temperature (25-27°C) for around 15 days.
Varietals
Grenache noir
Syrah
Syrah
Specifications
Contains sulphites.
Ingredients & nutrition ›
Advice
Serving
14-16°C
Tasting
Bright red color. Nose of blueberry, cherry and vanilla. Large and smooth on the palate.
Food pairings
Beef stew, marinated vegetables, grilled tofu with eggplants.
