Definition
coteaux
noun
- plural of coteau; small hills or the sides of hills, especially in wine-growing regions
Usage: French loanword; commonly used in wine terminology to denote hillside vineyards
Examples
- The Bordeaux coteaux produce some of the world's finest wines.
- Vineyards on the coteaux benefit from excellent drainage and sun exposure.
- The region's coteaux are characterized by limestone-rich soil.
- Many prestigious châteaux are located on the coteaux overlooking the valley.