Yves Cuilleron, Les Vignes D'a Côte Viognier, 2021

A new addition to the Sommelier Selection, there was no doubt for the whole team when we tasted it all together. Yves Cuilleron is not just one of the great winemakers of the Rhone, but of all France. Famed for his Cote Roties and Condrieus, his entry level wines are the special under the radar wines that you should really discover.

The Vignes d’à Côté range are wines produced from vines located next to the «Grands Crus» of Rhône Valley in the great terroir in Chavanay. They display all the brilliance of the winemaker without the postcode prices of his top wines.

"The Vignes d’à Côté Viognier is an elegant, pure Viognier, with notes of gently honeyed peach, apricot and citrus zing. Honey suckle aromas add further depth and elegance. There is persistence, depth and focused concentration all the while delivering a delicate, effortless and satisfying mouthfeel. This is a genius wine that works beautifully on its own but paired perfectly with shell fish and crustacea."
Nick Daniell, Club Wine Buyer