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Increasingly popular in the Central Coast of California for blending purposes and as a varietal, Roussanne is a trendy, white Rhône grape. In France it is often blended with Marsanne, and is cultivated in Provence and Languedoc-Roussillon, as well as the Rhone. With inconsistent yields, poor resistance to winds, and its susceptibility to powdery mildew and rot, Roussanne had almost disappeared from the northern Rhône until superior clones were developed. Now, it is only one of two vine varieties permitted in the white versions of the northern Rhône’s red wine appellations. In the southern Rhône, it is only one of four grape varieties permitted in white Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Roussanne’s main asset is its distinctive aroma, along with an acidity which helps it to age better than its partner Marsanne. Roussanne tends to ripen late and can benefit from oak ageing.

Rousanne, you’re a beauty from southern France; deftly perfumed with strikingly angular features. You offer style and grace in Read more »

Zaca Mesa Roussanne
Winery: Zaca Mesa Winery
Region: USA » California » Santa Barbara County » Santa Ynez Valley
Type: Table Wines

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Sautéed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Pears

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Anglim Roussanne Paso Robles
Winery: Anglim Winery
Region: USA » California » San Luis Obispo County » Paso Robles
Type: Table Wines

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Fried Fish Marinated in Garlic, Vinegar, Oregano, and Cumin

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Clayhouse Vineyard White Blend Central Coast Adobe White
Winery: Clayhouse
Region: USA » California » Central Coast
Type: Table Wines

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Fish and Chips with Tartar Sauce

This is the iconic, beloved, comfort food of England: crispy cod or haddock and crunchy French fries with the traditional accompaniments of creamy, briny tartar sauce and malt vinegar. In the class... Read more »

Zaca Mesa Roussanne
Winery: Zaca Mesa Winery
Region: USA » California » Santa Barbara County » Santa Ynez Valley
Type: Table Wines

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Ozark Catfish Sandwich with Warm Pan Slaw

Round out this down-home sandwich with garlic oven fries. Read more »

d'Arenberg Roussanne McLaren Vale The Money Spider
Winery: Darenberg
Region: Australia » South Australia » Mclaren Vale
Type: Table Wines

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Pan-Fried Fish Almondine

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Tablas Creek Roussanne Paso Robles
Winery: Tablas Creek Vineyard
Region: USA » California » San Luis Obispo County » Paso Robles
Type: Table Wines

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Balsamic-Glazed Halibut

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Bonny Doon Vineyard Roussanne Arroyo Seco Le Vol des Anges Beeswax Vineyard
Winery: Bonny Doon Vineyard
Region: USA » California » Monterey County » Arroyo Seco
Type: Dessert/Fortifieds

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Pan-Fried Catfish with Cajun Tartar Sauce

This fish is "fried" without the calories or trouble of deep-fat frying. For a spicier sauce, add more hot pepper sauce. Read more »

D'Arenberg Roussanne Mclaren Vale the Money Spider
Winery: Darenberg
Region: Australia » South Australia » Mclaren Vale
Type: Table Wines

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Sauteed Chicken with Capers

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D'Arenberg Roussanne Mclaren Vale the Money Spider
Winery: Darenberg
Region: Australia » South Australia » Mclaren Vale
Type: Table Wines

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Weekday Skillet Chicken

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d'Arenberg Roussanne McLaren Vale The Money Spider
Winery: Darenberg
Region: Australia » South Australia » Mclaren Vale
Type: Table Wines

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Almond-Topped Chicken Recipe | Taste of Home Recipes

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Unexpected Napa Valley

This summer, discover an unexpected side of Napa Valley. This world famous wine region may be known for its Cabernet Sauvignon, but thanks to the region’s diversity of soils and climate, Napa Valley vintners also produce many world-class white and rosé...

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Top 15 Syrahs for Grilling

Carnivores and grillers, a few reasons to love Syrah: it’s a fantastic wine for pairing with any roasted meats, especially red meats like beef and lamb, as well as wild game. It is often peppery and sometimes smoky, with a roasted fruit and/or roasted ...

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Intelligent Design Cuvee Blanc (2009)

Winery: Wesley Ashley Wines
Region: USA » California » Santa Barbara
Varietal: Viognier , Roussanne , Grenache Blanc
Type: Table Wines
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ndkahl

It's hard for me to find a white that I really enjoy. Most are way over oaked or have too much acidity. The first time I enjoyed this wine I felt like the wine and I were long lost mates. This wine has wonderful note of lemon and peach notes which give...

Halter Ranch White Rhone Blend Paso Robles Cotes de Paso Blanc (2010)

Winery: Halter Ranch Vineyard
Region: USA » California » San Luis Obispo County » Paso Robles
Varietal: Grenache Blanc , Marsanne , Picpoul , Roussanne
Type: Table Wines
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EMark

Nice clear straw color. It really is straw color--a faint tint of orange. Very floral, fruity nose--I don't smell honey, but I think of honey. Pretty neutral on the tip of the tongue. Things don't start to happen until further back. I get some fru...

Château de Beaucastel Red Rhone Blend Châteauneuf-du-Pape (2008)

Winery: Famille Perrin
Region: France » Rhône » Southern Rhône » Châteauneuf-du-pape
Varietal: Roussanne
Type: Table Wines
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steve16046

Suprisingly received 2 of these for Christmas from multiple people...which is good, so I can drink one now! Pours a rich violet color with deep red hues on the edges. Lots of dark berries, cassis and peppery spices on the nose. Starts off with a sol...

D'Arenberg Roussanne Mclaren Vale the Money Spider (2009)

Winery: Darenberg
Region: Australia » South Australia » Mclaren Vale
Varietal: Roussanne
Color: White Wines
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connie7899

Smells Australian...spice with a lot of sweetness for the grape. drink with spicy food.

Intelligent Design Cuvee Blanc (2009)

Winery: Wesley Ashley Wines
Region: USA » California » Santa Barbara
Varietal: Viognier , Roussanne , Grenache Blanc
Type: Table Wines
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ndkahl

It is very hard for me to find a white wine that I really enjoy. most are way over oaked or very acidic. Yet when I found this wine I felt like this wine was my long lost mate. The Cuvee Blanc is wonderfully balanced with just the right acid and fruit....

Halter Ranch White Rhone Blend Paso Robles Cotes de Paso Blanc (2010)

Winery: Halter Ranch Vineyard
Region: USA » California » San Luis Obispo County » Paso Robles
Varietal: Grenache Blanc , Marsanne , Picpoul , Roussanne
Type: Table Wines
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Gregory Dal Piaz

This is very fruity on the nose with a sweet character. Lots of sweet pear, peach and slightly tropical fruit notes with a floral accent. Very smooth on entry if a bit loose, this delivers a nice, gentle mouth feel along with lightly sweet pear and pea...

Château de Beaucastel Red Rhone Blend Châteauneuf-du-Pape (2009)

Winery: Chateau de Beaucastel
Region: France » Rhône » Southern Rhône » Châteauneuf-du-pape
Varietal: Roussanne
Type: Table Wines
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alanb1108

This 2009 Blend of Counoise, Cinsault, Mourvedre, Grenache & Syrah from Rhone, France is excellent. Good Ruby-red color with a tight rim variation. Fruit notes of plum and fig with a hint of cocoa and tobacco. It has a long finish on the palette with m...

Texas Hills Vineyard Roussanne (2007)

Winery: Texas Hills Vineyard
Region: USA » Texas » Gillespie County » Texas Hill Country
Varietal: Roussanne
Type: Table Wines
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tabednar

Pale yellow color. Moderate aroma with youthful development and hints of pear and green on the nose. Medium bodied off-dry with tart acidity. Balance is fair and very flavorful with a medium finish. Strong palate of flowers and green grass.

Argot Happenstance Sonoma County (2009)

Winery: Argot Wines
Region: USA » California » Sonoma Valley
Varietal: Roussanne , Chardonnay
Type: Table Wines
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Matthew Hugh Walker

creme brulee, lemon curd, apple pie, and nutmeg plus a great framework of acidity. This wine is layered, nuanced, supple and rich all at once. A unique blend where the Rhone meets California.

Fifteen 10' White Rhone Blend (2008)

Winery: Derby Wine Estates
Region: USA » California » San Luis Obispo County » Paso Robles
Varietal: Marsanne , Roussanne , Viognier
Type: Table Wines
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Gregory Dal Piaz

Mineral, dusty soil tones on the nose are joined by some fine apple and orange marmalade tones, all imbued with a certain meatiness. Round and lush on entry, this is large scaled in the mouth but lacks a bit of a center. The flavors are bright and cris...

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  • France

    Perhaps no country evokes such strong associations with fine wine as does France. Its reputatio...

  • California

    Viticulture in California began in the 1700s as Spanish missionaries worked their way north fro...

  • Rhône

      Located along a section of the Rhone river in southeastern France, this is really two regi...

  • Châteauneuf-du-pape

    Chateauneuf du Pape Chateauneuf du Pape is the best-known appellation in the Southern Rhon...

  • USA

    "American Wine" has existed since the first Europeans brought their vinous heritage and tradition...

  • Paso Robles

    Paso Robles (“Oak Pass”) is part of San Luis Obispo county in California’s Central Coast. The f...

  • Australia

    The history of wine-making in Australia dates back to the late 1700s when the first European se...

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    The Santa Ynez Valley AVA is a large subregion of Santa Barbara County within California’s Cent...

  • Santa Barbara

    The Santa Barbara County AVA lies within the Central Coast territory of California. Like much o...

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    Patience, know-how, observation, intuition...these are the skills required to make and age our wi...

  • Moët & Chandon

      Moet & Chandon is one of the most well-known luxury champagne producers in the word. Wi...

  • Château Clarke

    The origins of the Château Clarke estate date back to the 12th century when the Cistercian monks ...

  • Arrogant Frog

    Arrogant Frog was born in the Herault Valley in Languedoc in the south of France, near the Medite...

  • Albert Boxler

    Albert Boxler is a 300-year-old family winery in the small town of Niedermorschwihr. The domaine ...

  • Château Timberlay

    Château Timberlay (appellation Bordeaux Supérieur) is located in Saint-Andre-de-Cubzac. It symbol...

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Roussanne on Snooth

  • April 2013

    Carnivores and grillers, a few reasons to love Syrah: it’s a fantastic ... and a little Marsanne and Roussanne to help set color. 94 points  3. Rusack Syrah Ballard CanyonRusack is owned by Geoff and Alison Rusack, who replanted their estate vineyard in Ballard Canyon in 2003. The winemaker is the talented Steven Gerbac, who was recently named... Read More

    From the article Top 15 Syrahs for Grilling


  • D'Arenberg Roussanne Mclaren Vale the Money Spider 2009

    April 2013

    D'Arenberg Roussanne Mclaren Vale the Money Spider 2009

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    Smells Australian...spice with a lot of sweetness for the grape. drink with spicy food. Read More

    Wine review by connie7899


  • Hermitage M Sorrel 2006

    April 2013

    Hermitage M Sorrel 2006

    Snoothrank:

    I bought this bottle of wine from the website ... white grapes marsanne and roussanne are allowed in a blend.Marc Sorrel [ www.marcsorrel.fr ] is a family wine business going back to the 1920's that is renowned for being very traditional even to the extent of still using horses.I drank my bottle on Easter Sunday with a meal of bacon and mushroo... Read More

    Wine review by duncan 906


  • Tablas Creek Roussanne Paso Robles 2009

    March 2013

    Tablas Creek Roussanne Paso Robles 2009

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    Very fine Paso roussanne. Rich and somewhat creamy but with a nice amount of acidity. Excellent balance between the ripe white fruit and a subtle spiciness. This is a great alternative to your every other day chardonnay. Read More

    Wine review by vin0vin0


  • March 2013

    Y'know, I've had a couple white blends made from Rhone grapes (Marsanne, Roussanne, Viognier) that might work well with tri-tip.  I doubt if you can fine Cielo from Paso Robles winery Mondo or Prado from Mendocino winery Halcon.  However, if you give your local wine puveyor a description as Amour suggests, "fruity," I'm sure you can find some th... Read More

    Forum post in the topic Hello Snooth!


  • March 2013

    I am having tri-tip tonight and need a good suggestion for a wine. We like white wines Read More

    Forum post in the topic Hello Snooth!


  • Halcon Prado 2011

    February 2013

    Halcon Prado 2011

    Snoothrank:

    Very flowery nose--not viognier or gewurztraminer flowery, a notch below that. Very fruity on the palate--just a notch below detectable sugar. Some oak, but not obnoxious. Noticeable acid gives it nice backbone. I bought this from winery, but I forget how much I paid for it. Read More

    Wine review by EMark


  • February 2013

    I am so behind, but went here summer of 2011 with some friends.  We ... ... we tasted their:2010 Doyenne Roussanne2010 Chaleur Estate Blanc2009 Metier Rouge2008 Doyenne AIX2008 DeLille Harrison Hill2008 Chaleur Estate Rouge2008 Signature Syrah2008 DeLille D2Then it was on to Lachini.  Oregon wines, so it was refreshing to get Burgundian variet... Read More

    Forum post in the topic Woodinville, WA Tastings


  • Tablas Creek White Rhone Blend Paso Robles Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc 2009

    February 2013

    Tablas Creek White Rhone Blend Paso Robles Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc 2009

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    Fantastic Paso white Rhone blend of Roussanne, Grenache Blanc and Picpoul Blanc. Extremely well balanced with dried apricot, almond and ginger. Somewhat dry with nice acidity, subtle oak and a long silky finish. Very similar to the 2010 with the difference being that the '09 has a bit more citrus and lemon chiffon most likely due to have a bit ... Read More

    Wine review by vin0vin0


  • Château du Vampire Roussanne 2009

    February 2013

    Château du Vampire Roussanne 2009

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    Wine review by MMachat


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