GEORGES VERNAY
Georges Vernay's daughter Christine has been running this estate for a number of years, and has not only built on the highly successful white wines of her father, but has also dramatically increased the quality of the reds. -Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Georges Vernay created the family business with 1.5 hectares of AOC Condrieu "Coteau du Vernon" vineyards. Towards the end of the 40's, GeorgesVernay became one of the most ardent defenders and saviours of the Appellation, then about to disappear.
Today, the vinification is assured by his children Luc and Christine VERNAY and the estate extends over 16 hectares - 7 hectares in the appellation Condrieu, of which 3 hectares are old vines producing 2 prestigious vintages matured in barrels: the "Coteau de Vernon" and "Les Chaillées de l'Enfer".
Both vintages represent the quintessence of Condrieu's Viognier vine. These exquisite incomparable white wines with their golden colour are of great nobleness, full-bodied, unctuous and persistent.
3 hectares of Côte Rotie, 1.5 hectares of St.-Joseph
and 5 hectares of local wine Syrah and Viognier
Whatever the classification, the wines are always delicious and of the highest quality.
Wines Offered
Georges Vernay Cote Rotie Blonde du Seigneur 2006 - WS 91 points BUY »
Georges Vernay Cote Rotie Maison Rouge 2004 - WS 91 points BUY »
Georges Vernay Viognier Vin de Pays des Collines Rhodaniennes Le Pied de Samson 2007 - WS 88 pts BUY »
