Which grape varieties are used in the wines of the Cave de Saint-Désirat ?

The wines of the Cave de Saint-Désirat are crafted from iconic grape varieties of the Northern Rhône Valley. For red wines, the primary grape variety is Syrah, which yields powerful and elegant wines with aromas of black fruits, spices, and pepper. This grape variety is notably used in the Saint-Joseph appellation. For white wines, several grape varieties are grown in the winery's vineyards, including Marsanne, Roussanne, and Viognier. Marsanne and Roussanne are often blended to produce balanced and aromatic white wines, while Viognier is the flagship grape variety of the Condrieu appellation. These grape varieties thrive particularly well on the granitic soils of the Rhône Valley hillsides, resulting in expressive wines typical of the terroir.