Wines made from Roussanne grapes of Similkameen Valley
Discover the best wines made with Roussanne as a single variety or as a blend of Similkameen 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
DVA of southern British Columbia west of the Okanagan, semi-desert climate (days reaching 40 °C, cool nights preserving acidity). Signature reds: peppery Cabernet Franc (raspberry, bell pepper, herbs), firm Cabernet Sauvignon (cassis, cedar), dense Syrah (blackberry, pepper, smoked bacon), supple Merlot (plum, cocoa). Taut Riesling and fruity Gamay Noir on shaded slopes. Floral Pinot Gris, ample Chardonnay.
What are the typical flavors of the Roussanne grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Roussanne
- SpicesPresent in 1% of Roussanne
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Roussanne
- Tropical fruitPresent in 1% of Roussanne