Suze-la-Rousse
Recognized within the AOC Côtes du Rhône Villages in 2016, this village in the Drôme Provençale only produces red wines.
The castle of Suze-la-Rousse dominates the village from its height and from its turrets you can observe the extent of the AOC vineyards.
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- Aromas
- Travel information
Description
The AOC Côtes du Rhône Villages Suze-la-Rousse extends over 4 communes: Suze-la-Rousse, Bouchet, Tulette in the Drôme and Bollène in the Vaucluse.
The village of Suze-la-Rousse is known for its fortified castle. It was the property of the Princes of Orange in the 12th century before being home to the University of Wine since 1978. This internationally renowned university welcomes students from all over France to allow them to learn all aspects of wine production and trade.
Key figures
Colour: 100% red
Production area in 2024: 183 HA
Recognition within the AOC: 2016
Aromas
See allThe red wines of Suze-la-Rousse are intense with complex aromas of red fruits and garrigue. They have an aging potential of five to eight years.
Grape varieties
The main grape varieties of the Côtes du Rhône Villages Suze-la-Rousse vineyard are Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, and also Carignan and Cinsault.
Aromas
Black fruits
Blackberry
Palate
Elegant
Robust
Travel information
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