2024 Cave Yves Cuilleron Crozes-Hermitage Blanc Les Rousses
| Type of Wine | |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | |
| Appellation | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (14%) |
| Drink window | 2025 - 2029 |
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Description
Cave Yves Cuilleron is a family estate in the Northern Rhône, born from a winemaking history that began in 1920, when grandfather Claude Cuilleron planted the first vines, and which actually began bottling in 1947. In 1987, Yves Cuilleron took over from his uncle and expanded the estate from a few hectares in Condrieu and Saint-Joseph to over 75 hectares spread across Côte-Rôtie, Cornas, Crozes-Hermitage and beyond. An engineer by training, Yves introduced rigorous, organic viticulture without heavy pesticides and limited fertilisers, working by hand on steep slopes, and is recently aiming for organic certification by 2025. The climate is semi-continental, with hot summers, mistral winds and cool winters – ideal for expressive Rhône wines.
characteristics of the Crozes‑Hermitage appellation
The Crozes‑Hermitage AOC is the largest in the northern Rhône and produces mainly Syrah reds, sometimes supplemented with Marsanne or Roussanne, and some elegant white blends. The terroirs range from alluvial to granitic and siliceous – elements that bring a fresh crispness and mineral depth to the wine.
grapes, harvest and vinification of Les Rousses 2023
Les Rousses is a white Crozes‑Hermitage, made from 100% Marsanne grown on the left bank of the Rhône, on glacial sedimentary soils. The grapes are hand-picked during the harvest, gently pressed and fermented with indigenous yeasts in 300-litre foudre and Burgundy oak barrels. They are aged on fine lees for 8 to 9 months, without excessive filtration or pumping over, which ensures full texture and complexity.
color, aroma and flavor profile of the wine
This 2023 shows a bright straw yellow color. On the nose subtle aromas of peach, pear, almond and white flowers are noted – with a hint of honey. On the palate it is round, with a rich acidity and an elegant balance between fruit and minerality. The finish is spicy and dry with notes of citrus and almond, and offers a nice fresh freshness combined with a subtle creaminess.
why order this wine
Les Rousses 2023 is a perfect fit for connoisseurs and sommeliers looking for a refined white Rhône with depth, finesse and ageing potential. The combination of handcraft, ecological approach and clear climate make this a characterful choice. Its balance between ripe fruit and lively freshness offers a versatile wine experience – a refined alternative to Chardonnay or Viognier.
Would you like to order wines from Cave Yves Cuilleron online?
The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount. You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
Any fact sheets or other information and/or photos can be found in the tab: Attachment.
The reviews by international wine journalists such as Parker, Suckling and Vinous can be read in full on the website via the links next to the image.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine for your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grandcruwijnen customers.
wine-food pairings with Les Rousses 2023
Grilled sea bass with lemon-dill sauce – fresh acids complement the crisp citrus notes, while the creaminess of the fish supports the wine.
Risotto with soft goat's cheese and pear – the ripe peach and pear aromas are echoed in the goat's cheese, enhanced by the rich texture.
Chicken fillet in creamy mushroom truffle sauce – spicy and earthy notes of the sauce complement the spicy aftertaste and almond nuances.
Confit duck breast with plum sauce and rosemary – firm yet refined at the same time, with the plums accentuating the full fruit tones.
Platinum tagliatelle with lobster and fennel cream – luxurious, refined combination that enhances the honey and floral aromas.
Scallops au gratin with light herb butter and fresh parsley – wonderful harmony between seafood and the fresh, mineral length of the wine.
Specifications
| Packing information | Box |
|---|---|
| Type of Wine | White |
| Country | France |
| Region | Rhone |
| Appellation | Crozes-Hermitage |
| Winery | Cave Yves Cuilleron |
| Grape | Marsanne |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Drinking as of | 2025 |
| Drinking till | 2029 |
| Alcohol % | 14 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Vinous rating | 91 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aromatisch, Bloemig, Droog, Fruitig, Rond, Steenfruit, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Borrelen, Cadeau!, Met vrienden, Summer party, Terras, Voor alledag |
Professional Reviews
Vinous
91
Drinking Window
2025 - 2027
From: Northern Rhône 2023: The Art of Perseverance (Jan 2025)
Checking in at 14% alcohol, the medium lemon-hued 2023 Crozes-Hermitage Blanc Les Rousses unwinds with ripe pear, yellow apple, hay, cedar and a flicker of chamomile. Medium- to full-bodied, round and refreshing, the exquisite 2023 delivers substantial pleasure in its youth.
- By Nicolas Greinacher on November 2024
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Yves Cuilleron represents the third generation of winemakers. Cave Cuilleron was founded in 1920. In 1987, the domain came into the hands of Yves through his grandfather and uncle. Together with François Villard, Yves Cuilleron is today one of the greatest talents in the northern Rhône. Wine Spectator calls him the leader of the new generation of winemakers in the Condrieu. Most of his vineyards are in and around Chavanay, just south of Condrieu. In total, it has 59 hectares divided between Saint Joseph (Blanc), Saint Joseph (Rouge), Côte-Rôtie and Condrieu.
Yves has an important slogan... picking grapes as ripe as possible! He is a gourmand who loves good food and 'Les Vins Gourmand'. You can also taste that in his wines. He makes his wines '100% maison'. For each plot or type of wine, he monitors the Cuilleron style of the relevant cuvée, without compromise. However, nothing is certain with him. He works on feeling, experience and continues to observe and adjust. He selects the fruit from the older and younger canes. He does the same with the different plots. He only blends different plots if there are enough synonyms or properties that complement each other.
In terms of winemaking, Yves goes his own way. He doesn't follow trends. He does not work conventionally, not organically and not biodynamically, but according to his own philosophy aimed at obtaining healthy grapes. He continuously observes in order to be able to intervene in time. He has been working sustainably for 20 years according to la lutte raisonnée; a sensible way of winemaking without pesticides and fertilizers. In the cellar he works with natural yeasts and prefers to use older casks and barriques instead of steel tanks.
Cave Yves Cuilleron is a family estate in the Northern Rhône, born from a winemaking history that began in 1920, when grandfather Claude Cuilleron planted the first vines, and which actually began bottling in 1947. In 1987, Yves Cuilleron took over from his uncle and expanded the estate from a few hectares in Condrieu and Saint-Joseph to over 75 hectares spread across Côte-Rôtie, Cornas, Crozes-Hermitage and beyond. An engineer by training, Yves introduced rigorous, organic viticulture without heavy pesticides and limited fertilisers, working by hand on steep slopes, and is recently aiming for organic certification by 2025. The climate is semi-continental, with hot summers, mistral winds and cool winters – ideal for expressive Rhône wines.
characteristics of the Crozes‑Hermitage appellation
The Crozes‑Hermitage AOC is the largest in the northern Rhône and produces mainly Syrah reds, sometimes supplemented with Marsanne or Roussanne, and some elegant white blends. The terroirs range from alluvial to granitic and siliceous – elements that bring a fresh crispness and mineral depth to the wine.
grapes, harvest and vinification of Les Rousses 2023
Les Rousses is a white Crozes‑Hermitage, made from 100% Marsanne grown on the left bank of the Rhône, on glacial sedimentary soils. The grapes are hand-picked during the harvest, gently pressed and fermented with indigenous yeasts in 300-litre foudre and Burgundy oak barrels. They are aged on fine lees for 8 to 9 months, without excessive filtration or pumping over, which ensures full texture and complexity.
color, aroma and flavor profile of the wine
This 2023 shows a bright straw yellow color. On the nose subtle aromas of peach, pear, almond and white flowers are noted – with a hint of honey. On the palate it is round, with a rich acidity and an elegant balance between fruit and minerality. The finish is spicy and dry with notes of citrus and almond, and offers a nice fresh freshness combined with a subtle creaminess.
why order this wine
Les Rousses 2023 is a perfect fit for connoisseurs and sommeliers looking for a refined white Rhône with depth, finesse and ageing potential. The combination of handcraft, ecological approach and clear climate make this a characterful choice. Its balance between ripe fruit and lively freshness offers a versatile wine experience – a refined alternative to Chardonnay or Viognier.
Would you like to order wines from Cave Yves Cuilleron online?
The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount. You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
Any fact sheets or other information and/or photos can be found in the tab: Attachment.
The reviews by international wine journalists such as Parker, Suckling and Vinous can be read in full on the website via the links next to the image.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine for your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grandcruwijnen customers.
wine-food pairings with Les Rousses 2023
Grilled sea bass with lemon-dill sauce – fresh acids complement the crisp citrus notes, while the creaminess of the fish supports the wine.
Risotto with soft goat's cheese and pear – the ripe peach and pear aromas are echoed in the goat's cheese, enhanced by the rich texture.
Chicken fillet in creamy mushroom truffle sauce – spicy and earthy notes of the sauce complement the spicy aftertaste and almond nuances.
Confit duck breast with plum sauce and rosemary – firm yet refined at the same time, with the plums accentuating the full fruit tones.
Platinum tagliatelle with lobster and fennel cream – luxurious, refined combination that enhances the honey and floral aromas.
Scallops au gratin with light herb butter and fresh parsley – wonderful harmony between seafood and the fresh, mineral length of the wine.
| Packing information | Box |
|---|---|
| Type of Wine | White |
| Country | France |
| Region | Rhone |
| Appellation | Crozes-Hermitage |
| Winery | Cave Yves Cuilleron |
| Grape | Marsanne |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Drinking as of | 2025 |
| Drinking till | 2029 |
| Alcohol % | 14 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Vinous rating | 91 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aromatisch, Bloemig, Droog, Fruitig, Rond, Steenfruit, Wit fruit |
| Drink moments | Borrelen, Cadeau!, Met vrienden, Summer party, Terras, Voor alledag |
Vinous
91
Drinking Window
2025 - 2027
From: Northern Rhône 2023: The Art of Perseverance (Jan 2025)
Checking in at 14% alcohol, the medium lemon-hued 2023 Crozes-Hermitage Blanc Les Rousses unwinds with ripe pear, yellow apple, hay, cedar and a flicker of chamomile. Medium- to full-bodied, round and refreshing, the exquisite 2023 delivers substantial pleasure in its youth.
- By Nicolas Greinacher on November 2024
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
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Yves Cuilleron represents the third generation of winemakers. Cave Cuilleron was founded in 1920. In 1987, the domain came into the hands of Yves through his grandfather and uncle. Together with François Villard, Yves Cuilleron is today one of the greatest talents in the northern Rhône. Wine Spectator calls him the leader of the new generation of winemakers in the Condrieu. Most of his vineyards are in and around Chavanay, just south of Condrieu. In total, it has 59 hectares divided between Saint Joseph (Blanc), Saint Joseph (Rouge), Côte-Rôtie and Condrieu.
Yves has an important slogan... picking grapes as ripe as possible! He is a gourmand who loves good food and 'Les Vins Gourmand'. You can also taste that in his wines. He makes his wines '100% maison'. For each plot or type of wine, he monitors the Cuilleron style of the relevant cuvée, without compromise. However, nothing is certain with him. He works on feeling, experience and continues to observe and adjust. He selects the fruit from the older and younger canes. He does the same with the different plots. He only blends different plots if there are enough synonyms or properties that complement each other.
In terms of winemaking, Yves goes his own way. He doesn't follow trends. He does not work conventionally, not organically and not biodynamically, but according to his own philosophy aimed at obtaining healthy grapes. He continuously observes in order to be able to intervene in time. He has been working sustainably for 20 years according to la lutte raisonnée; a sensible way of winemaking without pesticides and fertilizers. In the cellar he works with natural yeasts and prefers to use older casks and barriques instead of steel tanks.