In the glass

Medium-bodiedLow tanninMedium acidityDryMedium, Floral And Fresh finish

Aroma: fresh apricot, peach, lime blossom, white flowers, light ginger

Palate: vibrant stone fruit, floral lift, lightly creamy texture, fresh finish

Cuilleron's entry-level Condrieu, lighter in weight and more delicate than Les Chaillets. Ideal for early drinking, showing the appellation's floral character without heavy oak influence.

What it pairs with

  • Grilled sea bass with fennel
    The wine's fresh floral character complements delicate fish and fennel preparations.
  • Asparagus with Hollandaise
    Classic Viognier and asparagus pairing with a lighter-style wine for easy occasions.
  • Mushroom risotto
    Medium-bodied white with earthy mineral notes pairs naturally with mushroom risotto.

History

La Petite Cote is Cuilleron's approachable entry Condrieu, introduced to showcase the appellation's floral freshness without the old-vine concentration of Les Chaillets.

  1. 1992 — First vintage of La Petite Cote as Cuilleron's entry-level Condrieu

Facts

Producer
Yves Cuilleron
Grapes
Viognier (100%)
Classification
Condrieu AOC
Oak
8 months in used French oak barrels
ABV
13.5%
Price
EUR 35-50 at retail
Drinking window
1-5 from vintage
First vintage
1992
Organic
ECOCERT

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