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Roussanne
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Roussanne is a relatively rare variety of grape grown originally in the Rhône River Valley in France, and used in some white wines there and in the Tuscany region of Italy. The grape is also planted in various wine-growing regions of the New World, such as California, Washington, and Australia. The berries are distinguished by their russet color when ripe — roux is French for the reddish brown color russet, and is probably the root for the variety's name.
It is a difficult variety to grow, with vulnerability to mildew, poor resistance to drought and wind, late and/or uneven ripening, and irregular yields. | | More information on Roussanne |
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11 wines
| Eberle Winery |
2006 Roussanne
Beautiful aromatics of rose petals and hints of roasted nuts fold into the natural full bodied, oily texture of this wine. Accented flavors of honey comb and bright acidity contrib ...moreute to the overall balance and enjoyment of this fine example of a spectacular white Rhône variety that can stand on its own or with a multitude of hearty foods. Critics Award-Critics Challenge 2006; Wine Selection/Top Picks-San Francisco Chronicle 6/15. limited production: 559 cases
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| Qup Wine Cellars |
2004 Roussanne
Bien Nacido Hillside Estate
This wine is 100% Roussanne grown on a west facing hillside at Bien Nacido Vineyard. This 5 acre block of Roussanne was planted exclusively for Qupé and exclusively to the Tablas C ...morereek clone. It is a special varietal, grown in one of our best terroirs and makes out most important white wine.
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| L’Aventure |
2006 L'Aventure Estate Roussanne
Paso Robles
The color is bright straw. Aromas of honey, ripe melon, and white fruit are followed by a crisp attack on the palate of peaches and pears. Tightly wound yet elongated in the mouth, ...more with a mineral finish. This is an elegant and complex wine, available to Club L’Aventure members only. 150 cases produced.
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| Anglim Winery |
2005 Roussanne
Paso Robles
Ripe and juicy fruit aromas and flavors of apple and peach, with spicy cloves and a mineral note on the finish, all balanced with nice acidity. Versatile wine, good with many foods ...more, including cheese, spicy and cream-based dishes. Drink now through 2009.
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| Clautiere Vineyard |
2005 Roussanne
Paso Robles
Released for May Wine Festival - A youthful, vibrant wine fairy flutters through an enchanted tropical garden of melon, gardenia, fresh coconut, mango and macadamia nuts. The swirl ...moreing air is fresh and the sunrays are long. There’s nothing like a little lemon banana cream pie to complete the day’s adventures. 13.7% Alc.
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| Pax Wine Cellars |
2004 Venus Roussanne
Two vineyards have been utilized to make this 100% Roussanne. A small portion of the blend is grown adjacent to the Viognier used in our Aphrodite bottling, the balance is grown in ...more the cobblestone laden soil of Bennett Valley. This is a step up in concentration and intensity over our 2003 bottling, with all of the trademark flavors and aromas that make Roussanne one of our favorite whites to drink. This wine shows a roasted element, which it picks up from the scorching heat that hit California late in the ripening cycle of these vines, a character that is more reminiscent of the Roussanne based whites from Chateauneuf-du-pape than those from the north.
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| Renaissance Winery |
2004 Roussanne
Very ripe and slightly pungent now showing a fascinating combination of honeyed, heavy tropical fruit like over-ripe papaya and strong herbal/vegetal notes. Very rich, made in an o ...moreld-fashioned oxidative style, which will reward long aging. Low acidity which makes it appear richer and more concentrated than some of the previous vintages. The merest hint of vanilla – taste of rhubarb and tropical fruit, with nicely rounded oak and a herbal spicey side.
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| Big White House |
2005 Roussanne Reserve
Amarosa Vineyard, Lodi
We love this exotic white wine that forms the basis for most Northern Rhone wines of France. Why? The structure. In the nose our Amorosa Roussanne is inscrutable. Is that Honeysuck ...morele? Orange rind? But wait until it gets in your mouth. The structure is incredible. The bold early impressions, the big, creamy mid-palate, the juicy finish combine for a wild ride. Unusually, Roussanne's structure makes for an ageable white wine, We've tasted examples that are over 15 years old and they develop a deep honey character, a remarkable golden hue and a giant mid-palate weight. Try keeping a few bottles in your cellar for a decade or so. Serve at cellar temperature.
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| Callaway Winery |
2005 Winemaker's Reserve Roussanne
Callaway Vineyard & Winery
This wine is full of sumptuous aromas of fragrant pear, honey and honeysuckle. Light lemon citrus flavors are layered with hints of honeydew melon, pear and ripe peach.
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| Booker Vineyard |
2005 White
Paso Robles
65% Roussanne, 35% Viognier.
Taste notes of orange marmalade, honey suckle and tropical fruit. Fresh, medium bodied, powerful, pure, and rich.
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| Calcareous Winery |
2005 Roussanne
Paso Robles
The 2005 Roussanne has a brilliant golden straw yellow color. The nose exhibits aromas of orange peal, honey and tropical notes. The mouth feel is rich with an oily viscosity and b ...morealanced with a lively minerality.
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