The 2022 Yves Cuilleron Côte-Rôtie Lieu-Dit La Vallière is a distinguished single-vineyard Syrah from one of the steep granite slopes of Côte-Rôtie. Produced from old vines and vinified with a focus on site expression, the wine reflects Yves Cuilleron’s reputation for crafting elegant, terroir-driven Rhône wines. The warm and balanced 2022 vintage has delivered a Côte-Rôtie that combines concentration with remarkable freshness and finesse.
The nose reveals blackberry, black cherry and blueberry alongside notes of violet, cracked pepper, smoked meat and graphite. The palate is layered and refined, with pure dark fruit framed by silky tannins, vibrant acidity and a distinctive mineral backbone. Hints of olive tapenade, liquorice and exotic spice emerge through a long, savoury finish. The wine displays both the power and perfume that make Côte-Rôtie one of the world's great Syrah appellations.
Ben’s Recommendation:
A beautifully composed Côte-Rôtie that showcases the elegance and complexity of a top single-vineyard site. Perfumed, structured and highly age-worthy, it pairs beautifully with roast lamb, duck, venison, beef fillet and truffle dishes. Enjoy with a generous decant if drinking young, or cellar through 2040–2045 as it develops additional savoury depth and refinement.
