At a glance

Producer

Clos de Minuit

Region

Languedoc, France

Grape variety

Viognier

Wine type

White

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

Approximately $20-$30 retail per 750ml bottle based on typical pricing for Clos de Minuit's single varietal Viognier in this vintage and region (Wine-Searcher average)

Tasting profile

Pronounced stone fruit (apricot, peach), floral notes (acacia, honeysuckle), stone minerality, and gentle spice; full-bodied with creamy texture and balanced crispness

Evolution: Over time, fruit notes will soften to richer dried stone fruit and honeyed aromas with enhanced textural complexity

At peak: Peak offers lush aromatics, creamy mid-palate texture, and balanced acidity delivering harmonious mouthfeel and length

Structure

Acidity

Moderate to medium acidity providing freshness and good aging backbone for white Viognier

Tannins

Very low (typical of Viognier, minimal phenolic tannins)

Alcohol

Moderate to moderately high (typically 13-14% ABV), well-integrated

Aging potential

5-7 years from vintage, with optimal freshness and aromatic complexity maintained for about 3-5 years post vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2022 to 2025

Optimal window

2021 to 2026

Current status

Ready now to drink

Current condition

The wine in 2024 should show very good balance with fresh aromatics and integrated texture.

The peak window 2022-2025 corresponds to the point when youthful floral and stone fruit aromatics are fully expressive, alcohol and acidity are well integrated, and mouthfeel gains richness without losing freshness. After 2025, aromatic intensity and freshness gradually diminish.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with rich seafood dishes (e.g., grilled scallops, lobster with butter sauce), creamy poultry preparations (e.g., roast chicken with herbs), mild spicy Asian cuisine, and soft chèvre cheeses. As it evolves, pairs well with richer poultry or veal dishes with creamy sauces.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C (50-54°F)

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Low intervention, sustainable viticulture with hand harvesting and minimal chemical inputs

Clos de Minuit emphasizes natural viticulture techniques common in the Languedoc region which supports biodiversity and minimizes environmental impact