Our Vineyards in the South of France

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Rich Terroirs

The Union des Vignerons des Côtes du Rhône vineyards lie in the Rhône Valley, the foothills of the southern Alps rising in the distance. In these terroirs, sun-drenched vines swaying in the southern breeze, grow the renowned grape varieties that have made the Côtes du Rhône famous: Syrah, Grenache, Viognier and many others regional grapes.

Such diversity enables our winemakers to produce aromatic blended wines of great complexity. Among the Rhône Valley, there are 20 Côtes du Rhône Villages appellations in particular, including the most well known: Plan de Dieu, Puyméras and Valréas. Exceptional terroirs produce the most illustrious Crus such as Vinsobres and Cairanne.

The Grape Varieties and AOCs

A wide range of distinct grape varieties, a benevolent climate, and the reverential care we take in winemaking result in wines that epitomise the best of the southern Rhône Valley.

The Union des Vignerons des Côtes du Rhône vineyard produces wines from 20 renowed AOCs, sourcing fruit from estates of worldwide repute. The brand’s renowned appellations include Côtes du Rhône, Côtes du Rhône Villages, and Crus like Vinsobres.

Grenache

Syrah

Mourvèdre

Viognier

Marsanne

Grenache blanc

Rouge

Blanc

Rich and round, this variety features hints of blackcurrant and black cherries, as well as complementary notes of white pepper, mocha, and garrigue (scrubland herbs and scents).

Rich and full of subtle tannins, it offers an aromatic ensemble of berries and violets with some smokiness and hints of black olives and liquorice.

Complex and full-bodied, it brings deep colour and black fruit (blackcurrant and blackberries), as well as hints of truffle, leather and cooked fruit.

With finesse and body, this grape has accents of peach, apricot jam, violets and white flowers.

Elegant and fresh, this grape offers aromas of white peach and citrus. It also features honeysuckle and jasmin, complemented by notes of apricot, hazelnut, and quince.

Round and long, its summer fruit flavours (melon and nectarine) combine with notes of dill and fennel.

Our History

The Union des Vignerons des Côtes du Rhône, a story of Men

Created in 1965, the Union of Côtes du Rhône winegrowers (UVCDR) brings together 2,000 winemaking families in the southern Rhône Valley. Its territory covers 12,000 hectares of vines and around 20 AOCs. In 60 years, the Union has become the main actor in the Rhône Valley.

Cellier des Dauphins: quintessential Rhône Valley wines

Founded in 1967 by the UVCDR, Cellier des Dauphins has become the pride of our wine-growers and risen to regional pre-eminence. Its delicious sun-drenched wines are highly esteemed and synonymous with the voluptuous south’s art de vivre. Over the years, its renown has grown driven by constant innovation.