Caves Yves Cuilleron
Cornas Lieu Dit Les Côtes
Syrah/Shiraz from Rhône, France
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Caves Yves Cuilleron
Yves Cuilleron is described by Wine Spectator as the leader of Condrieu's new generation of winemakers. Yves represents the 4th generation of Cuilleron vignerons although he initially trained as a engineer. The lure of the vine proved too hard to resist and after a year's training at the Ecole Viticole in Macon he took over the vineyards in 1987. Since then he has built an entirely new winery at Chavany facility while at the same time he acquired additional vineyard property. The domaine now produces about 50 000 bottles annually divided between the appellations of St. Joseph Blanc St. Joseph Rouge Côte-Rôtie and Condrieu.
Description
Complex nose of black fruits, tapenade and smoky notes. Some empyreumatic notes (coffee, grilled, toasted). Expressive palate with a subtle balance between power and velvety. A mineral finish leaves a spicy length.
Food Pairing
characterful meat such as lamb or duck (e.g. confit of lamb shank with cherry tomatoes, honey and rosemary).
