Yves Cuilleron
Yves Cuilleron Roussanne Les Vignes d'à Côté
4.0
Expert Rating
3.8
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Yves Cuilleron Roussanne Les Vignes d'à Côté is a white wine produced by the renowned French winemaker and Rhone Valley specialist, Yves Cuilleron. This wine comes from an area that spans the valley from Vienne to Montelimar. and is known for its steep, terraced vineyards and granite soils. The Roussanne grapes used to make this wine are grown on vines that are over 20 years old, which adds depth and complexity to the wine. The winemaking process involves a combination of stainless steel and old oak barrel fermentation, which results in a wine that combines both freshness and richness. The style of this wine is characterized by its floral aromas and grapefruit flavors. This is a well-made wine that offers an excellent starting point to explore the key Rhone Valley variety of Roussanne and a rare chance to experience it unblended.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Yves Cuilleron Roussanne Les Vignes d'à Côté exhibits a pale lemon color and a nose that mixes grapefruit and floral acacia notes.The palate is medium-boded with lean acidity and the finish shows a subtle, smoky, mineral character. Enjoy this wine with mussels or crabcakes over the next 4 years.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2026
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Roussanne
ORIGINS
Winery: Yves Cuilleron
Region: France
France is the epicenter of the wine world, with a long and storied history of winemaking that dates back centuries. Located in Western Europe, France is bordered by the English Channel, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Mediterranean Sea. It is home to some of the world’s most renowned wine regions, including Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Champagne.
France has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of grape cultivation dating back to the 6th century BC. The Romans were the first to introduce winemaking to the region, and it has been a part of French culture ever since. In the Middle Ages, the French monarchy began to regulate the production of wine, and the country’s winemaking industry has been growing ever since.CUSTOMER RATING
3.8
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