Rhone
Maison Sinnae 2024 Esprit du Rhone Cotes-du-Rhone
Ripe cherry and raspberry lead a generous red-fruited profile, with blackberry and mulberry adding depth. Chocolate and restrained oak bring warmth, while a savoury roasted-meat note keeps the palate grounded. The texture is rounded and approachable, finishing with gentle spice and dark fruit. Serve slightly cool with grilled lamb, sausages, roast vegetables or a rustic bean stew.
Domaine des Escaravailles 2021 Les Sablieres Cotes du Rhone
Ripe fig and fresh mint give the nose an appealing mix of generosity and lift. The palate is round, silky and fruit-forward, with white pepper and nutmeg bringing gentle savoury detail. Supple and easy to enjoy yet nicely composed, it finishes with soft spice and pairs naturally with roast chicken, grilled sausages or a relaxed plate of charcuterie.
Domaine des Escaravailles 2019 Le Ventabren Cairanne
Redcurrant and mixed berries lead, followed by black cherry, liquorice, menthol and white pepper. The palate is round, full-bodied and firmly structured, with dark plum, black raspberry and sweet spice supported by confident tannins. A savoury thread of dried herbs and earth carries the powerful fruit into a long, composed finish.
Marcoux 2016/23 Chateauneuf Du Pape VV
A benchmark old-vine Grenache cuvée showing soaring aromatics of kirsch, raspberry, and crushed cherry layered with rose petal, spice, and a subtle cocoa nuance. The palate is rich yet remarkably poised, with silken texture, fine-grained tannins, and a core of pure, ripe red fruit that balances power with elegance. Exceptionally long and refined on the finish, with a signature sense of purity and perfume that underscores its age-worthiness.
Domaine Martinelle 2018 Ventoux Rouge
Fresh redcurrant, strawberry and blackberry rise with black pepper and wild garrigue. The palate is juicy and supple, its ripe red and black fruit framed by fine, silky tannins. Lavender, thyme and sage add savoury lift, while balanced freshness carries the generous texture into a clean, gently spiced finish.
Château de Beaucastel 2015 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge
Ripe red cherry and black cherry open with cassis, liquorice and layered exotic spice. Full-bodied and richly textured, the palate carries generous fruit without feeling heavy, supported by powerful but measured tannins. Earthy herbs and a cola-like savoury note emerge toward the long, warming finish. Decant for lamb, beef or game.
Domaine du Moulin de la Gardette 2019 Gigondas
Blackberry and dark plum lead with peppery herbs, lavender and a touch of leather. The palate is medium-bodied and poised, combining ripe fruit with polished tannins and fresh acidity. Savoury spice and dried herbs gather through the centre, giving the generous fruit a firm, clean and persistent finish.
Domaine Montmartel 2016 Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan
Vincent Paris 2024 Cornas Granit 30
Black cherry and raspberry open with dried violet and orange blossom, followed by pepper and warm spice. Medium bodied and vivid, the palate feels polished rather than heavy, with smooth, refined tannins carrying the fruit into a savoury, persistent finish. Give it a brief decant and serve with roast lamb, grilled mushrooms or lentils with herbs.
Château La Nerthe 2022 Les Cassagnes Côtes-du-Rhône Villages Rouge 750 mL
Burlat cherry, red berries, blackcurrant and licorice define the documented fruit profile. Thyme, olive, laurel and other garrigue notes add a savoury register. The palate balances liveliness with roundness, supported by delicate tannins and a minty finish. Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre form the recorded blend, giving the wine its combination of bright fruit, herbs and restrained structure.
Domaine du Pégau 2021 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Réservée 750 mL
Licorice, tar and a stony note frame the documented profile, with leather, violet, cherry and strawberry adding aromatic detail. The palate carries meaty depth, healthy tannins and a firm, silky texture. A long, complete and slightly tannic finish follows. The blend is led by Grenache with Syrah and Mourvèdre, fermented without destemming and raised in large old foudres.
Domaine Xavier Gérard 2022 Côte-Rôtie 750 mL
Licorice root and brambly blackberry lead the exact-vintage record, followed by crunchy blueberry and dark plum. Savoury old oak, cracked pepper and a touch of game add further detail. The finish is described as long, savoury and grippy, with those same dark-fruited, spicy and meaty elements continuing through an intensely flavoured aftertaste. Dark fruit, spice and game remain central throughout.
Domaine du Coulet 2021 Cornas Ogre 750 mL
Sourced from a particularly mineral parcel at Le Serre, the wine is entirely Syrah, grown at 350 metres on heavily degraded granite. Vinification and eighteen months of ageing take place in ovoid and diamond-shaped concrete vessels. The documented profile is highly spiced, tart-fruited and smoky, with granitic aromatics, very fine tannins and an exceptionally fresh finish.
Domaine La Bouïssière 2022 Gigondas 750 mL
Pepper, dark cherry, peony and other floral notes lead the exact-vintage profile. The palate is described as delicately juicy, enveloping and supple, with velvety tannins and a generous core of fruit. A long, fresh and ethereal finish follows. The combination of dark fruit, flowers, fine tannin and freshness gives the wine its clearly documented shape.
Domaine Yves Cuilleron 2023 Syrah Les Vignes d’à Côté IGP Collines Rhodaniennes 750 mL
Bright ruby in colour, the documented profile is perfumed and fruit-led, with raspberry, cherry, violet and a subtle spicy note. The palate is described as light and pleasant, supported by soft tannins and vibrant freshness. Juicy red fruit, black pepper and a mineral hint complete the record, keeping the style direct, expressive and clearly defined.
Domaine Pierre Usseglio & Fils Cuvée de Mon Aïeul 2012 Châteauneuf-du-Pape 750 mL
Lush red fruit and bramble open with black pepper, garrigue and warm spice. With air, plum, black cherry, leather and sandalwood broaden the aromatic profile. The palate is full-bodied and velvety, with integrated tannins and enough acidity to keep the ripe fruit measured. Liquorice and roasted herbs add savoury depth, while a saline edge brings focus. The finish is long and layered, carrying cherry, spice and Provençal herbs.
Vignobles Levet 2014 Côte-Rôtie Améthyste 750 mL
Blueberry, red plum, cassis and blackberry meet chimney soot, green peppercorn and a floral peony note. The palate is medium-bodied and firmly drawn, with lean red and dark fruit carried by bright acidity. Fine, dusty tannins provide a traditional frame, while earth and delicate spice add savoury depth. The finish is restrained but persistent, returning to pepper, dark fruit and a quiet smoky edge.
René Rostaing 2019 Côte-Rôtie La Viaillère 750 mL
Kirsch, blackberry and ripe plum are framed by violet, dried herbs, olive and green pepper. The palate combines concentration with a velvety, savoury texture, its dark fruit held in line by fresh acidity and fine, rounded tannins. Pepper and mineral notes sharpen the profile as it opens, while a measured touch of oak adds polish. The finish is long, floral and gently herbal rather than heavy.
Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2019 Hermitage La Chapelle 750 mL
Black olive and smoked bacon give the first impression a dark, savoury tone, followed by crushed blackberry, graphite and violet. The palate is dense but not jammy, with concentrated fruit held by firm, fine-grained tannins. A clear mineral line keeps the power focused, and the finish is exceptionally long, elegant and floral. Decant well before serving with venison, braised beef or aged hard cheese.
Domaine Pierre Gaillard 2019 Côte-Rôtie Rose Pourpre 750 mL
Cassis, blackberry and kirsch lead a dark, concentrated profile, with smoke, savoury meat and pepper adding depth. The palate is powerful but refined, carried by silky tannins and a clean sweep of acidity that keeps the fruit fresh. Mineral detail and restrained oak remain in the background, while the finish is long and composed. Decant before serving with beef, venison, roast lamb or braised game.