France | The Rhône
The valley of the Rhône river, as it winds from Lyon to the Mediterranean, offers much in the way of striking scenery; from the vertiginous slopes of Côte Rôtie, to the Provençale palette of the Côtes du Rhône, set against the spectacular backdrop of the Dentelles de Montmirail and Mont Ventoux.
This diverse region that presents such a feast for the eyes has become one of the world’s most exciting fine wine-producing areas. A new generation of passionate young grower-winemakers has begun producing wines under their own labels once contracts with the négociants had expired. Their enthusiasm and attention to detail have boosted the quality and distinctiveness of the wines, which are amazingly well priced for the quality they offer.
Within the region there are two distinct areas that make quite different styles of wine. To the north, the Northern Rhône (referred to in French as Rhône septentrienal), produces deeply-coloured reds made purely from Syrah including such famous names as: Hermitage, Cornas or St-Joseph. The rich white wines are based upon Marsanne and Rousanne, and (in Condrieu only) intensely-perfumed white wines made from Viognier.
South of Montélimar in the Southern Rhône (in French Rhône méridional) it is the red grape Grenache that dominates the paler but velvety red wines, with Syrah, Mourvèdre and others forming a supporting cast. Most notable wines produced in the region include: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, Côtes du Rhône, Lirac and Tavel. Here the white wines also tend to be blends based on Grenache Blanc.
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Domaine Roger Sabon Le Sabounet Rouge NV
From £12.75
A delicious Grenache led Vin de France that has real Mediterranean character...Read More...
Ferraton Père et Fils Ermitage Le Méal 2019
£100.00
An outstanding Syrah of complexity & elegance from the revered Le Méal vineyard in Hermitage...Read More...
Paul Jaboulet Aîné 'Parallèle 45' Côtes du Rhône Rouge 2022/23
From £14.50
Parallèle 45 is celebrated around the globe for its exceptional quality & generous flavour...Read More...
Domaine de Thalabert Crozes-Hermitage 2015
From £34.00
Deeply layered, full-bodied, gorgeously textured & incredibly satisfying Crozes-Hermitage...Read More...
Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge 2021
£95.00
The wines at this historic property are consistently among the finest in the region...Read More...
M. Chapoutier Côtes-du-Rhône 'Belleruche' Rouge 2022
From £13.50
Juicy, powerful & fruity with lovely roasted notes & silky delicate tannins...Read More...
M. Chapoutier Côte-Rôtie Les Bécasses 2019
From £65.00
Les Bécasses is a Syrah of incredible power & elegance from the Rhône's 'Roasted Slope'...Read More...
Le Grand Prébois Côtes-du-Rhône Blanc 2023
From £14.00
A Mediterranean white with incredible freshness & great depth of flavour...Read More...
Famille Perrin 'Les Cornuds' Vinsobres 2021
From £19.50
A full-bodied, but poised blend with typical Garrigue aromas and fresh cherry fruit...Read More...
Cuilleron Saint-Joseph Les Pierres Sèches 2021
From £30.00
A seductive, fresh & delicious Saint Joseph a pleasure to drink now or over time...Read More...
Cuilleron Viognier Les Vignes d'à Cóté 2023
From £23.00
A juicy & fresh Viognier with a tangy finish, perfect as an aperitif...Read More...
Cuilleron Gamay Les Vignes d’à Côté 2022
From £16.50
A delicious & pure expression of Gamay aged for 8 months in barrel...Read More...
Domaine de Beaurenard Châteauneuf-du-Pape | Half Bottle
£24.00
A reference point Châteauneuf-du-Pape from one of the best Rhône biodynamic estates...Read More...
Les Pallières Au Petit Bonheur Rosé | Jeroboam (300cl)
£80.00
A large format Rosé bottle that is sure to bring a little bit of happiness!...Read More...
Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2023
From £64.00
In time this develops into a rich, succulent, nutty treat reminiscent of white Hermitage...Read More...
M. Chapoutier Haut Chamblard Saint-Péray 2021
From £34.00
An organic & biodynamic Marsanne with a luxurious & soft-textured palate...Read More...
Brunier Le Pigeoulet Vaucluse Rouge 2022
From £22.00
A fresh, fruity, rich & elegant everyday drinker produced by the Brunier family...Read More...
Chéne Bleu Aliot 2017
From £60.00
This Burgundy-style white, is a rich oak-aged Roussanne blend & a true vin-de-garde...Read More...
Lirac by Roger Sabon 2023
From £20.00
Creamy & rich with silky spiciness Lirac by Roger Sabon is electrifying stuff...Read More...
Chêne Bleu Le Rosé 2021/22
From £26.00
Structured, rich & complex, a versatile wine ideally suited to be enjoyed with food...Read More...
Chêne Bleu Héloïse 2018
From £75.00
A Syrah blend named Héloïse for its balance of concentration, restraint & ripe, supple texture...Read More...
Chêne Bleu Abélard 2015
From £86.00
Highly perfumed Grenache blend named ABÉLARD to reflect its forceful, masculine, brooding intensity...Read More...
Cuilleron Marsanne Les Vignes d’à Coté 2021/23
From £19.00
Pure, aromatic & full flavoured Marsanne from the star domaine of Yves Cuilleron...Read More...
Domaine de la Charbonnière Cuvée Mourre des Perdrix Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2020
From £51.00
A silky, elegant and seamless Châteauneuf-du-Pape sourced from a single vineyard...Read More...