Lillian Winery

California Roussanne

9.325 ratings
9.38 pro ratings
California, USA
Roussanne
Pork, Fish, Cream Sauces, Chili & Hot Spicy, Chicken, Pate, Shellfish, Veal, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster
Top Notes For
Sarah O'Kelley

Peaches, white flowers, almonds - yum!

Peaches, white flowers, almonds - yum!

Mar 12th, 2017
Shelly Wilfong

I liked this wine quite a bit. Antica Terra producer. Worth seeking out.

I liked this wine quite a bit. Antica Terra producer. Worth seeking out.

May 31st, 2018
Roman Sukley

2011 Lillian Roussanne from Maggie Harrison, former Sine Qua Non assistant winemaker, and now of Antica Terra as well as her own label, Lillian. I've been a fan of Maggie's since she left the SQN nest. Her Lillian Syrah never fails to impress, and this Roussanne is equally compelling. Butterscotch and buttered popcorn on the nose followed by a mid palate of mango, fresh peaches and a savory finish note that makes me think Brie cheese. But Roussanne is all about texture for me, and this one is positively unctuous. Reminiscent of Manfred's whites. Need I say more?

2011 Lillian Roussanne from Maggie Harrison, former Sine Qua Non assistant winemaker, and now of Antica Terra as well as her own label, Lillian. I've been a fan of Maggie's since she left the SQN nest. Her Lillian Syrah never fails to impress, and this Roussanne is equally compelling. Butterscotch and buttered popcorn on the nose followed by a mid palate of mango, fresh peaches and a savory finish note that makes me think Brie cheese. But Roussanne is all about texture for me, and this one is positively unctuous. Reminiscent of Manfred's whites. Need I say more?

Jul 1st, 2017
Paul Phelps

I mean, super odd. Peach, pickle, and wax. Honeycomb on the nose.

I mean, super odd. Peach, pickle, and wax. Honeycomb on the nose.

Jun 3rd, 2017
Spencer Spetnagel

She's a superstar

She's a superstar

Jan 22nd, 2017
Raul Puga

Now this is a white wine with b@lls body fruit acidity and deliciousness. As a friend once said.....just plain yummy!!!

Now this is a white wine with b@lls body fruit acidity and deliciousness. As a friend once said.....just plain yummy!!!

Apr 10th, 2016
Ellen Chan

Like a delicious Burgundy.

Like a delicious Burgundy.

Mar 13th, 2016
Erik Ackerman

This is actually the roussane. Pretty big with a hint of RS but really enjoyed it!

This is actually the roussane. Pretty big with a hint of RS but really enjoyed it!

Apr 20th, 2015
Eric Linderman

Toys sane oh my

Toys sane oh my

May 6th, 2014
Joe Carroll

Owner/Wine Director Spuyten Duyvil, Fette Sau, St. Anselm & Gotham Artisanal Provisions

9.1

Joe had this 4 years ago

Joe had this 4 years ago

May 29th, 2020