The 1995 Andre Perret Coteau de Chery comes from a benchmark Condrieu producer, André Perret, who is widely credited with reviving the appellation. The Côteau de Chéry cuvée itself is so esteemed that it's listed among the "100 Legendary Wines by Taillevent sommeliers." The 1995 vintage for white wines, particularly Chardonnay (which shares some stylistic richness with Viognier), was noted for its elegance, inviting fruitiness, beautiful balance, and slow-building finesse, with a creamy structure balanced by fine-tuned acidity. 【A benchmark Condrieu from a legendary hillside, listed among 100 Legendary Wines by Taillevent sommeliers.】 This wine presents a golden yellow color. The bouquet opens with a festival of citrus fruits, violets, peach, and apricot. The mouthfeel is rich and full, developing the same flavors marked by a nice roundness and a lot of greed. Expect ample wine with banana and flan flavors, evolving with air to brioche and baked fruits. Notes of peach, apricot, pear, honey, minerals, stone, citrus, lemon, and lime are common, sometimes with hints of oak, butter, and vanilla. As a mature white wine from 1995, it's ready to be enjoyed. Gentle handling is advised, especially with the cork. While not typically decanted, allowing it to breathe in the bottle or a brief period in a decanter might enhance its complex aromatic profile. Serve at a cool cellar temperature to best appreciate its nuances. 🍴 The Andre Perret Coteau de Chery 1995 is an excellent partner for lobster, rich seafood dishes, mushroom preparations, and cheeses like Roquefort, Manchego, or Parmesan. 🥂 This sophisticated Condrieu is perfect for a gourmet meal, a special dinner featuring rich seafood or poultry, or a tasting focused on exceptional Rhône white wines. Its age suggests it's at a beautiful stage for enjoyment.