Rhône Valley
Rhône Valley
Domaine de Beaurenard 2009 Boisrenard Châteauneuf-du-Pape
French Red
Roasted fig, blackberry, cassis and kirsch form a deep, generous core, joined by graphite, pepper, tobacco and a touch of tar. The palate is powerful yet defined, with dense fruit, mouthwatering freshness and mesquite-toned tannins. A round, concentrated southern Rhône red with savoury depth and a long, structured finish.
Canorgue 2021 Luberon Blanc
French White
Crisp, clean and mineral, with citrus, ripe pear, stone fruit, melon, fresh-cut hay and a subtle fennel note. The palate is dry and energetic, trading heaviness for clarity and lift. A layered southern Rhone white with a fresh, savoury finish that works equally well as an aperitif or beside fish and shellfish.
Domaine Georges Vernay 2017 Terres d’Encre Saint-Joseph
French Red
Dark cherry, damson plum and blackberry meet violet, white pepper and a light smoky note. The palate is silky and medium-bodied, with pure fruit carried by vibrant acidity and soft, discreet tannins. Sanguine minerality and a savoury olive edge lead into a persistent, focused and quietly spicy finish.
Ferraton Père & Fils 2016 Lieu-Dit Montmain Côte-Rôtie
French Red
E. Guigal 2012 Ermitage Ex-Voto Rouge
French Red
Crème de cassis and black raspberry lead, layered with crushed rock, liquorice and a subtle savoury note. The palate is powerful and full-bodied, with concentrated dark fruit wrapped in ripe, steadily building tannins. Vanilla and spice add depth without softening the wine's mineral focus or its exceptionally long finish.
Éric Texier 2019 Saint-Julien-en-Saint-Alban Côtes du Rhône
French Red
Cassis, blueberry and damson plum lead, with violet, olive and smoky mineral notes adding lift. The palate is smooth and energetic, balancing black and blue fruit with black pepper, allspice and soft, supple tannins. Rosemary, a quiet savoury edge and fine acidity carry the wine through a fresh, textural finish.
Château de Montfaucon 2016 Vin de Monsieur Le Baron
French Red
Mark Haisma 2022 Cornas
French Red
Domaine de Beaurenard 2019 Rasteau
French Red
Intense black fruit and blueberry aromas are lifted by cracked pepper, dried herbs and a hint of cocoa. The palate is rich and concentrated, built around ripe Grenache fruit, firm but polished tannins and a clear mineral line. Blackberry, cherry and savoury spice persist through a focused, energetic finish. Serve with braised lamb, grilled sausages, roast aubergine or hard cheese.
Domaine Mouton Père et Fils 2015 Côte-Rôtie Maison Rouge
French Red
Violet and iris lift raspberry and dark fruit, with pepper, wild herbs and a touch of coffee adding savoury detail. Maison Rouge shows the ripe character of 2015 in a supple, finely drawn Côte-Rôtie rather than a heavy frame. Its graceful texture and measured spice suit duck, braised beef or roast mushrooms; mature-bottle condition will shape the final expression.
Saint Cosme 2023 Crozes-Hermitage
French Red
Black fruit, smoked bacon, cracked pepper and incense lead a savoury, aromatic nose. The palate has more structure than the appellation's flatter-ground examples, with dark Syrah fruit, firm tannins and a mineral line carrying through the finish. Meaty, peppery and composed rather than heavy, it is a strong match for grilled lamb, mushrooms or slow-cooked onions.
Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2018 Saint-Joseph La Croix des Vignes
French Red
Domaine Xavier Gérard 2018 Côte-Rôtie
French Red
Dark violet in colour, with ripe blackberry, cassis and bitter cherry framed by pungent flowers, black pepper and a savoury trace of smoked meat. The palate is concentrated yet agile, its dark fruit gaining licorice and smoky mineral detail with air. Fine dusty tannins give measured grip, carrying pepper, fruit and earth through a long, composed finish.
Chapoutier 2016 Cote Rotie Mordoree
French Red
Raspberry and violet give the nose an aromatic lift, followed by spice, rosemary, black olive and tapenade. The palate is ample and concentrated, balancing ripe red and dark fruit with firm, velvety tannins. Leather, cedar and a light espresso note add savoury depth to the long finish. Decant for roasted lamb or game.
Domaine Saint-Patrice 2016 Clos Saint-Patrice Monopole Châteauneuf-du-Pape
French Red
Black cherry, blackberry and violet open with generous aromatic depth, followed by licorice, warm spice and a faint savoury note. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, with ripe fruit held in shape by polished tannins and fresh mineral tension. Opulent yet composed, it finishes long and layered, with dark fruit and spice lingering.
Domaine Raspail-Ay 2023 Gigondas
French Red
Domaine René Rostaing 2023 Côte Blonde Côte-Rôtie
French Red
Violet, raspberry and warm stone lead, with liquorice, dried herbs and a restrained savoury note. The palate is precise and finely drawn, balancing fresh red fruit with mineral tension and very fine tannins. Côte Blonde's lighter, sandier soils give this Syrah an especially graceful line, while the finish remains deep and persistent. Serve with roast duck, lamb or wild mushrooms.
M. Chapoutier Fine Eau-de-Vie des Côtes du Rhône
French Brandy
Clean and intensely aromatic, with white fruit, dried flowers and a clear mineral lift. The palate is powerful yet precise, carrying concentrated fruit through warming alcohol and a firm, dry texture. A single-pass distillation preserves the character of its Rhône material rather than polishing it away. The finish is long and contemplative, leaving florals, stone, fruit and persistent heat.
Domaine Rabasse Charavin 2016 Cuvée d’Estévenas Cairanne
French Red
A mature southern Rhône red with black cherry, dried plum and blackberry, layered with garrigue herbs, leather and peppery spice. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, with softened tannins and resolved dark fruit supported by earthy, dried-herb detail. Harmonious and settled through the finish, it is well suited to roast lamb, braised dishes or mushrooms.
Domaine Rabasse Charavin 2020 Laure Côtes du Rhône
French Red
A ripe Southern Rhône red with blackberry, black cherry and plum, framed by garrigue, pepper and licorice. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, with supple tannins, juicy dark fruit and fresh acidity keeping the wine warm but balanced. A savoury, lightly earthy finish makes it a natural partner for grilled lamb, roast vegetables or herb-seasoned sausages.
Sainte Anne 2022 Notre-Dame Cellett Cdrv
French Red
A structured southern Rhône red with warm spice, subtle leather, cumin and dark blackberry. The palate is rich and ample, combining concentrated fruit with firm tannins and enough freshness to maintain balance. Dense but polished through the savoury finish, it should benefit from air and works well with roast lamb, braised beef, grilled sausages or herb-led dishes.