The Producer
A discreet yet essential figure in the northern Rhône valley, Yves Gangloff settled in Ampuis in the early 1980s after a unique journey, blending music and craftsmanship. A passionate self-taught individual, he quickly built a reputation among wine enthusiasts thanks to a very personal vision of Côte-Rôtie and Condrieu. Alongside his wife Mathilde, he developed a style that has become emblematic, sought after well beyond French borders, while remaining true to a deliberately confidential production.
The estate rests on superb plots located on the steep hillsides of Côte-Rôtie and Condrieu, worked with extreme care. The granitic soils, sometimes mixed with schist and loess, offer an expression of great finesse, enhanced by ideal exposures. The vines, mostly old, are cultivated in a spirit close to organic viticulture, without dogmatic claims but with a deep respect for life and natural balances.
Today, the Domaine Yves Gangloff is universally recognized for the purity, sensuality, and depth of its wines. The Côte-Rôtie stand out for their floral elegance, silky texture, and remarkable aging potential, while the Condrieu captivate with their aromatic intensity and controlled balance. Produced in very small quantities, the wines of the estate have become absolute references for lovers of great Rhône wines, combining emotion, precision, and authenticity.
The Cuvée
Hand Harvesting
Destemming, maceration in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, and settling.
Aging for 1 year in 300L barrels.
Tasting
This Condrieu delights with its intense nose of white-fleshed fruits, apricot, and flowers, enhanced by delicate honeyed notes.
The palate, ample and silky, reveals a beautiful richness while maintaining freshness and precision, supported by a fine mineral tension.
The finish, long and elegant, leaves an impression of depth and great harmony.