Vin de Vienne : Vaqueyras, Saint-joseph, Crozes-Hermitage, Saint-Peray, Côtes du Rhône rouge et - Saint-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage, Vacqueyras, Saint-Péray, Cotes du Rhone - 6 Bottles (0.75L)

Les Vins de Vienne: three passionate winemakers, one shared vision: to resurrect the ancient hillsides of Seyssuel, celebrated since Roman times. United since 1996, Yves Cuilleron, Pierre Gaillard, and François Villard craft wines that capture the true soul of the northern Rhône, from their iconic IGP cuvées to the greatest appellations of the valley.

1) Vacqueyras La Sillote 2022
The 2022 Cuvée La Sillote from Vins de Vienne is a remarkable red Vacqueyras from the Southern Rhône Valley. This wine is a typical regional blend, primarily based on Syrah and Grenache, which imparts powerful aromas of ripe red fruit, licorice, and spice. The 2022 vintage, following a hot and dry summer, allowed for optimal grape ripeness, resulting in a generous and concentrated wine that retains a lovely freshness. The region's clay-limestone soils further enrich its profile. The Southern Rhône, with its Mediterranean climate and diverse terroirs, produces opulent and aromatic wines. Vins de Vienne, created by three friends passionate about the region, enjoys a growing reputation thanks to its respect for tradition and its constant innovation.
When it comes to food and wine pairings, the 2022 Cuvée La Sillote harmonizes perfectly with rich dishes such as wild boar stew or leg of lamb roasted with Provençal herbs. Regional recipes, like Provençal daube or gratin dauphinois, highlight its supple tannins and spicy notes, creating a complete and balanced tasting experience.
For optimal enjoyment, serve this Vacqueyras at a temperature of 16 to 18°C after decanting it for about an hour. This time will allow the wine to breathe and release its complex aromas. When tasting, admire its deep ruby color, breathe in the initial aromas of fruit and spice, then savor its silky texture on the palate, noting its subtle hints of garrigue and its lingering finish.

2) Red Crozes-Hermitage 2023
Sourced from four communes across the central and southern parts of the appellation, this Syrah is aged 12 months in a combination of French oak barrels, foudres, and concrete vats to preserve its vibrant fruit character.
Appearance: Deep, brilliant ruby color.
Nose: Aromatic and fresh, with red fruits, white pepper, olive, and a floral lift of violet and lily.
Palate: Fresh and full, with silky tannins, ripe fruit flavors, and a toasted finish.
Made from 100% Syrah grapes, this red wine is approachable now and will continue to develop over the next 5 years.

3) Côtes du Rhône rouge Les Cranilles 2024
The 2024 Les Cranilles vintage from Vins de Vienne is firmly rooted in the great tradition of Côtes-du-Rhône reds. Its typical blend showcases Grenache, the region's emblematic grape variety, combined with Syrah and sometimes a touch of Mourvèdre. The 2024 vintage, marked by a mild spring followed by a warm but not excessively hot summer, allowed for optimal grape ripeness, resulting in a wine with a brilliant garnet color and aromas of ripe red fruit, sweet pepper, garrigue, and licorice. Vinification is traditional, with fermentation in vats to preserve the fruit's freshness and short aging periods that maintain suppleness and vibrancy.
The Rhône Valley is one of France's oldest and most diverse wine-producing regions. Its terroir, composed of varied soils (rolled pebbles, clay, limestone), gives the wines a distinctive character. The hot, dry Mediterranean climate, with the mistral as the prevailing wind, fosters aromatic concentration and the health of the vines. Côtes-du-Rhône wines embody the balance between fruitiness, spice, and drinkability—qualities sought after by enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike.
This convivial red wine pairs perfectly with generous, flavorful southern cuisine. It enhances grilled meats, particularly lamb with Provençal herbs, a rib of beef, but also a Provençal stew, stuffed vegetables, or ratatouille. For a regional pairing, try a mature goat cheese from the Drôme region or a slice of bread with black olive tapenade.
To fully appreciate its aromas, serve Les Cranilles at a temperature of 16-18°C. It can be opened an hour before the meal to reveal its full aromatic potential and velvety tannins. This wine can be aged for several years but is already very enjoyable in its youth.

4) Saint-Joseph Blanc - L'Élouède 2024
Named after the local Pilat dialect word for lightning, L'Élouède is a blend of Roussanne (70%) and Marsanne (30%) from south-east facing granite terraces, with vines averaging 25 years old. Aged on lees in concrete vats, demi-muids, and foudres for 9 months.
Appearance: Pale gold color.
Nose: Complex and inviting, with peach, honey, white flowers, and a subtle toasted note.
Palate: Round, mineral, and full-bodied, with excellent freshness and a long, harmonious finish.
A beautiful white blend with good aging potential, best enjoyed within 5 years.

5) Saint-Peray 2024
The Les Bialères cuvée from Vins de Vienne, in the Saint-Péray appellation, is a beautiful expression of the white wines of the Northern Rhône Valley. The 2024 vintage, likely composed primarily of the appellation's historic grape varieties such as Marsanne and/or Roussanne, expresses all the refinement of this discreet yet renowned terroir. Vinification is carried out traditionally to preserve aromatic finesse and freshness, with aging sometimes including some oak barrels to add complexity and structure without ever overpowering the fruit.
Located in the southern Northern Rhône Valley, the Saint-Péray appellation benefits from a remarkable terroir, composed mainly of limestone and granite soils. The climate is continental, with significant temperature variations that allow for a slow and gradual ripening of the grapes, ideal for producing white wines that are elegant, expressive, and possess a genuine freshness. Saint-Péray, long renowned for the quality of its sparkling wines, is now distinguished by its still, elegant, and mineral whites, which are gaining popularity among wine lovers.
To highlight the delicacy and balance of this cuvée, pair it with fine fish, such as roasted pike-perch or pan-seared salmon, accompanied by a light citrus sauce. Regional cuisine also offers pike quenelles with Nantua sauce, whose texture and finesse will perfectly complement the wine. Fresh goat cheeses, typical of the area, will also enhance the tension and freshness of this Rhône white.
For optimal enjoyment, serve Les Bialères at around 10-12°C, in glasses designed for aromatic whites, to reveal its full aromatic range and minerality. This wine will charm in its youth with its vivacity, but can also gain in roundness and complexity after a few years of aging.

6) Côtes du Rhônes blanc Les Laurelles 2025
This Côtes-du-Rhône white from the Domaine des Vins de Vienne allows the characteristics of the grape varieties that compose it to fully express themselves: The harvest is neither destemmed nor crushed and the fermentation/vinification is carried out in vats at low temperature (4°)
A rapid aging of 4 months on fine lees makes it rounder than the majority of Côtes-du-Rhône white wines.
This white wine is dominated by aromas of pear and citrus. The finish is long and slightly buttery with aromas of toasted bread.