CONDRIEU LA COMBE DE MALLEVAL 2020 75CL

The Ogier family had been established growers in Ampuis for over seven generations, but it was only in the 1980s that they began vinifying their own grapes. Stéphane joined the family estate in ’97, working alongside his father Michel, before taking over in 2003.

The vines of Malleval grow on south-facing granite slopes at 300 metres’ altitude, where they receive plenty of sun and cooler, more temperate evenings. The 2018 is rich and energetic, with swirling white flowers on the nose and layers of honey, fresh apricots, glazed pears and stem ginger on the palate. There is minerality behind the fruit, and a vibrant citrus core which keeps it fresh. Drink now to 2025.