Wines made from Roussanne grapes of Okanagan Valley
Discover the best wines made with Roussanne as a single variety or as a blend of Okanagan Valley.
More informations about the variety Roussanne
Aromatic and elegant whites, rich yet lifted by fine freshness, with hawthorn, honeysuckle, apricot, pear, honey, green tea, mineral and herbal notes. Fine ageing potential. Key variety in the great whites of the northern Rhône (Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage, Saint-Joseph, Saint-Péray) blended with marsanne, and one of the 13 permitted grapes at Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Native Rhône variety.
More informations about the region of British Columbia
Main vineyard of western Canada, unique climatic contrast. Cooler north: fine Pinot Noir with red fruits, mineral Riesling, balanced Chardonnay. Sunny desert south (Osoyoos): firm Cabernet Sauvignon, round Merlot, spicy deep Syrah. World-renowned specialty: Icewine from Riesling or Vidal, sweet and concentrated (apricot, honey, candied fruits), from grapes frozen on the vine.
What are the typical flavors of the Roussanne grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 13% of Roussanne
- OakPresent in 10% of Roussanne
- Citrus fruitPresent in 10% of Roussanne
- EarthPresent in 9% of Roussanne
- MicrobioPresent in 9% of Roussanne