Definition: Rôtie AOC (côte-)

Northern Côtes-du-Rhône region. Production area located within the municipalities of Ampuis, Saint-Cyr-sur-le-Rhône, Tupin and Semons, in the Rhône department, on the right bank of the river of the same name, about eight kilometres south-west of Vienne. Area under production: just under 200 hectares. White grape variety: Viognier limited to a maximum of 20%; black: Syrah for a minimum of 80%. Vinified as: red only. Can be kept for: 5 to 15 years depending on the terroir and vintage. Ideal serving temperature: between 16 and 18°C. Pair with: meat in a slightly spicy sauce, tournedos with grapes, flambéed woodcock, duckling stew, sweetbreads with truffles or to accompany a Condrieu rigotte cheese.