Lieu-dit "Biousse" Domaine Yves Cuilleron Saint Péray AOP 2024

Single-vineyard cuvée from the Biousse lieu-dit, at the foot of the slopes south of the village, on Pliocene red clay and granite scree. Made from 100% Marsanne by Domaine Yves Cuilleron, it offers a bouquet of white flowers, honeysuckle, acacia and candied lemon, supported by a fresh start and a mineral finish.

Who produces Lieu-dit "Biousse" Domaine Yves Cuilleron Saint Péray AOP 2024?

Cave Yves Cuilleron has been working the vines since 1920, over three generations. Yves Cuilleron took over the estate in 1987. The estate now comprises 90 hectares spread across 6 appellations in the northern Rhône Valley.

On what terroir is Lieu-dit "Biousse" Domaine Yves Cuilleron Saint Péray AOP 2024 produced?

"Biousse" is a single-vineyard cuvée from a single lieu-dit, located at the foot of the slopes south of the village of Saint-Péray. The soil consists of Pliocene red clay and granite scree. The vineyard is planted with 100% Marsanne. Historically managed using integrated methods, the estate has been farming organically since 2022, with certification expected for the 2025 vintage. Vineyard management includes controlling vigor and yields, leaf thinning, green harvesting and spring shoot thinning.

How is Lieu-dit "Biousse" Domaine Yves Cuilleron Saint Péray AOP 2024 vinified and aged?

The grapes are harvested by hand, and vinification is traditional and single-vineyard, with limited use of oenological products and the use of indigenous yeasts. After alcoholic and malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged for 8 months on the lees, half in 30-hectolitre wooden foudres and half in Burgundy barriques, without racking.

What is the tasting profile of Lieu-dit "Biousse" Domaine Yves Cuilleron Saint Péray AOP 2024?

The nose develops a bouquet of white flowers with sweet aromas of honeysuckle and acacia, combined with slightly roasted dried fruits and candied lemon. The start is fresh, followed by a lovely volume that coats the palate. The minerality on the finish brings elegance and length.

What dishes pair with Lieu-dit "Biousse" Domaine Yves Cuilleron Saint Péray AOP 2024?

This wine pairs with white meats, fish or shellfish in sauce.

At what temperature should Lieu-dit "Biousse" Domaine Yves Cuilleron Saint Péray AOP 2024 be served?

Serve at 12°C. Enjoy young, highlighting the fruity aromas, between 3 and 4 years, or later, highlighting the aromas of evolution, between 6 and 10 years.