Rhône
The Rhône Valley, located in southeastern France, is renowned for its exceptional fine wines. With its diverse terroir, rich history, and dedication to quality winemaking, the Rhône Valley offers a captivating selection of wines that embody the region's elegance, complexity, and distinctive character.
The Rhône Valley boasts its own iconic vineyards and wineries, including Château de Beaucastel, Domaine Guigal, and Chapoutier, which are celebrated for producing exceptional wines that showcase the region's unique terroir and winemaking expertise.
The Rhône Valley is renowned for its red wines, particularly in the northern part of the region. Syrah reigns as the dominant grape variety, producing intense and structured wines. Appellations such as Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage, and Cornas are known for their robust and age-worthy reds, often displaying notes of black fruits, spice, and earthiness. Famous vineyards such as La Landonne, La Mouline, and Les Bessards are revered for their exceptional expressions of Syrah.
In the southern Rhône Valley, Grenache takes centre stage, contributing to the region's bold and fruit-forward red blends. The renowned appellation of Châteauneuf-du-Pape is famous for its rich and full-bodied red wines, often featuring a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. Vineyards like Château de Beaucastel, Clos des Papes, and Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe produce remarkable wines that showcase the region's commitment to excellence.
The Rhône Valley is also celebrated for its white wines, particularly in the northern part of the region. Viognier, Marsanne, and Roussanne are the key grape varieties, producing aromatic and complex whites. Appellations like Condrieu and Hermitage produce exceptional white wines known for their floral aromas, stone fruit flavors, and vibrant acidity.
Rhône
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Rhone | 2 | 18.5+ (MJ) |
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£463.06 |
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Matthew Jukes (18.5+)With epic balance and stunning poise, La Maison Bleue is a Burgundian-shaped Hermitage in 2020, making it all the more intriguing and memorable. Like the others in this portfolio, the control here is remarkable, and the weight and length are astounding, too. Iodine and menthol hints coupled with garrigue and sanguineous moments add drama and detail to the sleek black core, but this is not an over-ripe or over-enthusiastic wine but a measured and contemplative soul. Delicious. |
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Rhone | 10 | 98 (JD) |
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£1,849.82 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)Lastly, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Cuvée Da Capo is a bigger, richer wine, as well as a more youthful, focused, behemoth of a 2020. Powerful notes of ripe black cherries, darker currants, ground pepper, charcuterie, and flower incense are just some of the notions here, and it's full-bodied, with a concentrated, opulent mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It doesn't match the all-time greats of this estate, but it’s a more approachable, opulent, undeniable sexy, Provençal Da Cape that's impossible not to love. |
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Rhone | 41 | 96-98 (WA) |
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£531.64 |
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Wine Advocate (96-98)I was even more impressed by the 2020 Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvée Réservée than the 2019. Boasting crazily complex floral scents, garrigue, raspberries and cherries, this is one incredibly perfumed example of Pegau. Medium to full-bodied, silky, elegant and long, this is quintessential Pegau. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£395.09 |
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Discover Pierre Gaillard Cote-Rotie 2020, a passionately crafted Rhône Valley treasure. Deep ruby in colour, this Syrah-based blend offers captivating notes of ripe black fruits, complimented by hints of spice, leather, and violets. Pierre Gaillard, esteemed winemaker, employs traditional vine-growing techniques on steep, south-facing terraced vineyards located in the ancient wine-growing region of Côte-Rôtie. Harnessing state-of-the-art winery facilities, the grapes undergo a prolonged maceration to maximise colour and flavour, before ageing in fine-grained oak barrels. This process results in an exquisitely structured wine, boasting a velvety texture, notable depth, and a lingering minerally finish. A meticulously handcrafted jewel, the Pierre Gaillard Cote-Rotie 2020 will gracefully age, exponentially intensifying its innate complexity. It's an ideal choice for enthusiasts seeking an opulent addition to their collection, or a sumptuous pairing to rich, savoury dishes. Savour the refined elegance and respectful celebration of terroir that Pierre Gaillard's renowned expertise brings to each bottle. |
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Rhone | 5 | 95 (VN) |
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£656.69 |
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Vinous (95)Deep violet color. A highly perfumed bouquet evokes candied cherry, black raspberry, cola, candied flowers and exotic spices. Vibrant red and dark berry preserve and spicecake flavors show excellent clarity and steadily deepen as the wine opens up. Smooth, well-knit tannins add gentle grip to a wonderfully long, spice- and mineral-driven finish that leaves a sweet violet pastille note behind. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£633.89 |
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Savour the refined elegance of Pierre Gaillard Cote-Rotie Rose Pourpre 2020, a vintage that epitomises the finesse of the Rhône Valley. Crafted by renowned winemaker Pierre Gaillard, known for his meticulous vineyard management and masterful vinification techniques, this exquisite Syrah radiates quality from vineyard to bottle. Its striking 'Purple Rose' namesake originates from the steep terraced vineyards of Côte-Rôtie blushing in the morning sun, while the wine's intricate nuances unfold from the amalgamation of granite soils and contrasting microclimates. Using precise harvesting and traditional winemaking methods, the grapes retain perfect balance between fruit intensity and delicate acidity. Maturation in French oak barrels imbues the wine with a captivating complexity, revealing layers of dense black fruit, peppery spice, and smoky minerality. With fine-grained tannins and a silk-like texture, the Pierre Gaillard Cote-Rotie Rose Pourpre 2020 is an exceptional embodiment of Gaillard's commitment to expressing the unique terroir of the Northern Rhône. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£629.09 |
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Vinous (93)Opaque ruby. Luscious red and blue fruit liqueur, floral, olive and baking spice qualities on the perfumed nose. Fleshy and expansive on the palate, offering sweet, spice-tinged cherry and blueberry flavors with a touch of smoky minerality. Fine-grained tannins come in late on an impressively long, smooth finish that emphatically repeats the floral and mineral notes. |
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Rhone | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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£620.81 |
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James Suckling (98)St. Joseph is often declared to be a second tier appellation in the Northern Rhone, but here’s proof that it can play in the first league of the region. This has an incredibly deep nose of ripe blackberries, other forest berries and smoke. On the barely full-bodied palate it is simultaneously rich, focused and extremely complex with very graceful fine tannins and stacks of stony minerality at the breathtakingly fresh finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. |
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Rhone | 2 | 98 (JS) |
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£943.24 |
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James Suckling (98)St. Joseph is often declared to be a second tier appellation in the Northern Rhone, but here’s proof that it can play in the first league of the region. This has an incredibly deep nose of ripe blackberries, other forest berries and smoke. On the barely full-bodied palate it is simultaneously rich, focused and extremely complex with very graceful fine tannins and stacks of stony minerality at the breathtakingly fresh finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
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£428.69 |
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Indulge in the exquisite taste of the Pierre Jean Villa Condrieu Jardin Suspendu 2020. Esteemed winemaker Pierre Jean Villa has once again achieved perfection with this exemplary French white wine, using traditional tools and techniques that honour the heritage of the Rhône Valley. The wine boasts expressive aromas of white flowers, apricot, and honey that gracefully fulfil the palate, complemented by a well-matured, perfectly balanced finish. The Condrieu appellation is renowned for its steep, granite-etched terraced vineyards, contributing to the unique flavour and exemplary character of this wine. Pierre Jeans Villa's approach to winemaking, rooted in respect for terroir and sustainable viticulture, guarantees a pure expression of the Viognier grape in their wines Whether you're a passionate oenophile or a simple lover of fine wines, the Pierre Jean Villa Condrieu Jardin Suspendu 2020 isn't just a bottle of wine, it's a journey into the heart of the Rhône Valley's wine-making excellence. |
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Rhone | 20 | 96-98 (JD) |
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£489.89 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96-98)The 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Cuvée De Mon Aïeul is all Grenache (from three terroirs) that was not destemmed and is still resting all in used demi-muids. Incredible aromatics of blackberries, ground pepper, toasted spice, raspberries, and flowers all emerge from this deep, full-bodied, yet wonderfully elegant barrel sample that makes the most of this great vintage. It’s going to drink brilliantly for 15-20 years with no issues, and I’d certainly put this up with the top handful of wines in the vintage. |
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Rhone | 8 | 96-98 (JD) |
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£316.09 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96-98)The Grenache-dominated 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Réserve Des Deux Frères, which includes 15% Syrah, is another behemoth of a wine from this brilliant estate that readers will adore. Still again in used barrels, it has plenty of cassis, spicy oak, pepper, violets, and licorice notes to go with a full-bodied, ultra-pure, seamless style on the palate. It’s certainly a bigger, richer wine compared to the Mon Aïeul, with some wood to integrate, yet it too is as seamless, pure, and layered as they come. |
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Rhone | 4 | 96-98 (JD) |
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£532.34 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96-98)The Grenache-dominated 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Réserve Des Deux Frères, which includes 15% Syrah, is another behemoth of a wine from this brilliant estate that readers will adore. Still again in used barrels, it has plenty of cassis, spicy oak, pepper, violets, and licorice notes to go with a full-bodied, ultra-pure, seamless style on the palate. It’s certainly a bigger, richer wine compared to the Mon Aïeul, with some wood to integrate, yet it too is as seamless, pure, and layered as they come. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£1,225.27 |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£912.07 |
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Rhone | 6 | 95 (VN) |
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£703.27 |
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Vinous (95)Saturated ruby. Highly perfumed aromas of ripe dark berries, cherry, olive and pungent flowers are sharpened by a suggestion of black pepper. Supple and appealingly sweet, offering concentrated black raspberry, cherry-cola and violet pastille flavors and a suggestion of star anise. Finishes pliant, sweet and focused on the penetrating finish, showing smooth tannins and excellent tenacity. |
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Rhone | 3 | 95 (VN) |
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£474.04 |
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Vinous (95)Saturated ruby. Highly perfumed aromas of ripe dark berries, cherry, olive and pungent flowers are sharpened by a suggestion of black pepper. Supple and appealingly sweet, offering concentrated black raspberry, cherry-cola and violet pastille flavors and a suggestion of star anise. Finishes pliant, sweet and focused on the penetrating finish, showing smooth tannins and excellent tenacity. |
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Rhone | 3 | 98 (VN) |
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£485.21 |
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Vinous (98)Saturated ruby. Potent, finely detailed aromas of red and dark fruit liqueur, smoked meat, potpourri and exotic spices, along with a vibrant mineral top note. Sappy, alluringly sweet and penetrating, offering intense cherry, boysenberry, allspice and star anise flavors and a potent suggestion of candied lavender. Silky, finely wrought tannins build steadily through an exceptionally long, penetrating finish that echoes the floral and mineral notes. |
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Rhone | 5 | 98 (VN) |
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£500.00 |
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Vinous (98)Dark purple color. Hugely perfumed, mineral-accented black and blue fruit preserve, exotic spice, espresso, olive, smoked meat and incense aromas show superb clarity and pick up hints of mocha and candied licorice with aeration. Sweet, chewy and penetrating in the mouth, offering densely packed boysenberry, cherry liqueur, fruitcake, bacon and espresso flavors and a touch of salty olive paste. Shows outstanding energy on the strikingly long finish, which features youthfully gripping tannins and resonating floral, blue fruit and smoky mineral qualities. Made with whole clusters. |
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Rhone | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£1,344.74 |
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Vinous (98)Dark purple color. Hugely perfumed, mineral-accented black and blue fruit preserve, exotic spice, espresso, olive, smoked meat and incense aromas show superb clarity and pick up hints of mocha and candied licorice with aeration. Sweet, chewy and penetrating in the mouth, offering densely packed boysenberry, cherry liqueur, fruitcake, bacon and espresso flavors and a touch of salty olive paste. Shows outstanding energy on the strikingly long finish, which features youthfully gripping tannins and resonating floral, blue fruit and smoky mineral qualities. Made with whole clusters. |
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Rhone | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£2,055.89 |
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Vinous (98)Dark purple color. Hugely perfumed, mineral-accented black and blue fruit preserve, exotic spice, espresso, olive, smoked meat and incense aromas show superb clarity and pick up hints of mocha and candied licorice with aeration. Sweet, chewy and penetrating in the mouth, offering densely packed boysenberry, cherry liqueur, fruitcake, bacon and espresso flavors and a touch of salty olive paste. Shows outstanding energy on the strikingly long finish, which features youthfully gripping tannins and resonating floral, blue fruit and smoky mineral qualities. Made with whole clusters. |
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Rhone | 3 | 97 (VN) |
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£407.21 |
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Vinous (97)Opaque ruby. Displays an array of intensely perfumed, mineral-accented black and blue fruit, floral, botanical herb and exotic spice aromas, along with suggestions of licorice, smoked meat and olive. Shows serious depth as well as unlikely energy, offering palate-staining kirsch, cassis, bitter chocolate, olive paste and violet pastille flavors that slowly turn sweet and become more energetic through the back half. Youthfully gripping tannins add grip to the smoky, mineral- and spice-driven finish, which emphatically repeats the licorice and blue fruit notes. |
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Rhone | 3 | 97 (VN) |
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£267.85 |
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Vinous (97)Opaque ruby. Displays an array of intensely perfumed, mineral-accented black and blue fruit, floral, botanical herb and exotic spice aromas, along with suggestions of licorice, smoked meat and olive. Shows serious depth as well as unlikely energy, offering palate-staining kirsch, cassis, bitter chocolate, olive paste and violet pastille flavors that slowly turn sweet and become more energetic through the back half. Youthfully gripping tannins add grip to the smoky, mineral- and spice-driven finish, which emphatically repeats the licorice and blue fruit notes. |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
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£1,466.47 |
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Rhone | 3 | - |
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£191.60 |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
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£648.04 |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£271.49 |
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The Richaud Cairanne Ebrescade 2020 is an exceptional vintage, emanating from the esteemed winery of Marcel Richaud, a fifth-generation winemaker in the Southern Rhône region. This wine, a blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah and Carignan, encapsulates the essence of the terroir, crafted from vineyards resplendent with galets roulés and sands. The wine's complex profile reveals harmonious layers of dark berries, spice, and herbs, typifying the celebrated Cairanne AOC. Given Marcel Richaud's commitment to organic and biodynamic principles, the Richaud Cairanne Ebrescade 2020 embraces a less-is-more approach to winemaking. Hand-picking, natural yeast fermentations, and no fining or filtering adorn this wine with a balanced character, showcasing the purity and richness of the Rhône Valley. A judicious use of oak subtly complements the bold fruit nuances in the wine, contributing to its velvety mouthfeel and structured, refined finish. Let the Richaud Cairanne Ebrescade 2020 enthrall your palate with its Rhône charm. |
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Rhone | 6 | 95 (VN) |
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£473.86 |
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Vinous (95)The 2020 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Prestige is a terrific success. Dazzling aromas of ripe raspberry, red and black cherry, blueberry, black plum, dried thyme, bay leaves, licorice, cured meat and a pinch of white pepper waft from the glass. Full-bodied, concentrated and enveloped in velvety tannins, it is well-balanced by lively acidity, ending with a bold finish. |
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Rhone | 12 | 97 (WCI) |
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£850.66 |
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The Wine Cellar Insider (97)Dark in color, the wine pops with licorice, black cherries, black plums and flowers as soon as the wine hits your glass. On the palate, the richly-textured wine is lush, polished, deep, balanced and long. There is intensity, purity, length and depth of flavor with a creaminess to the tannins, along with chocolate, licorice and black pepper in the endnote. This will age quite nicely. The wine is produced from 95% old vine Grenache with 5% coming from various, assorted, allowable grape varieties. This is one of the wines of the vintage. |
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Rhone | 6 | - |
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£355.49 |
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Rhone | 2 | 18.5+ (MJ) |
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£366.00 |
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Matthew Jukes (18.5+)With epic balance and stunning poise, La Maison Bleue is a Burgundian-shaped Hermitage in 2020, making it all the more intriguing and memorable. Like the others in this portfolio, the control here is remarkable, and the weight and length are astounding, too. Iodine and menthol hints coupled with garrigue and sanguineous moments add drama and detail to the sleek black core, but this is not an over-ripe or over-enthusiastic wine but a measured and contemplative soul. Delicious. |
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Rhone | 10 | 98 (JD) |
In Bond
£1,521.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)Lastly, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Cuvée Da Capo is a bigger, richer wine, as well as a more youthful, focused, behemoth of a 2020. Powerful notes of ripe black cherries, darker currants, ground pepper, charcuterie, and flower incense are just some of the notions here, and it's full-bodied, with a concentrated, opulent mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It doesn't match the all-time greats of this estate, but it’s a more approachable, opulent, undeniable sexy, Provençal Da Cape that's impossible not to love. |
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Rhone | 41 | 96-98 (WA) |
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£427.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96-98)I was even more impressed by the 2020 Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvée Réservée than the 2019. Boasting crazily complex floral scents, garrigue, raspberries and cherries, this is one incredibly perfumed example of Pegau. Medium to full-bodied, silky, elegant and long, this is quintessential Pegau. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£310.00 |
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Discover Pierre Gaillard Cote-Rotie 2020, a passionately crafted Rhône Valley treasure. Deep ruby in colour, this Syrah-based blend offers captivating notes of ripe black fruits, complimented by hints of spice, leather, and violets. Pierre Gaillard, esteemed winemaker, employs traditional vine-growing techniques on steep, south-facing terraced vineyards located in the ancient wine-growing region of Côte-Rôtie. Harnessing state-of-the-art winery facilities, the grapes undergo a prolonged maceration to maximise colour and flavour, before ageing in fine-grained oak barrels. This process results in an exquisitely structured wine, boasting a velvety texture, notable depth, and a lingering minerally finish. A meticulously handcrafted jewel, the Pierre Gaillard Cote-Rotie 2020 will gracefully age, exponentially intensifying its innate complexity. It's an ideal choice for enthusiasts seeking an opulent addition to their collection, or a sumptuous pairing to rich, savoury dishes. Savour the refined elegance and respectful celebration of terroir that Pierre Gaillard's renowned expertise brings to each bottle. |
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Rhone | 5 | 95 (VN) |
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£528.00 |
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Vinous (95)Deep violet color. A highly perfumed bouquet evokes candied cherry, black raspberry, cola, candied flowers and exotic spices. Vibrant red and dark berry preserve and spicecake flavors show excellent clarity and steadily deepen as the wine opens up. Smooth, well-knit tannins add gentle grip to a wonderfully long, spice- and mineral-driven finish that leaves a sweet violet pastille note behind. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£509.00 |
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Savour the refined elegance of Pierre Gaillard Cote-Rotie Rose Pourpre 2020, a vintage that epitomises the finesse of the Rhône Valley. Crafted by renowned winemaker Pierre Gaillard, known for his meticulous vineyard management and masterful vinification techniques, this exquisite Syrah radiates quality from vineyard to bottle. Its striking 'Purple Rose' namesake originates from the steep terraced vineyards of Côte-Rôtie blushing in the morning sun, while the wine's intricate nuances unfold from the amalgamation of granite soils and contrasting microclimates. Using precise harvesting and traditional winemaking methods, the grapes retain perfect balance between fruit intensity and delicate acidity. Maturation in French oak barrels imbues the wine with a captivating complexity, revealing layers of dense black fruit, peppery spice, and smoky minerality. With fine-grained tannins and a silk-like texture, the Pierre Gaillard Cote-Rotie Rose Pourpre 2020 is an exceptional embodiment of Gaillard's commitment to expressing the unique terroir of the Northern Rhône. |
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Rhone | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£505.00 |
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Vinous (93)Opaque ruby. Luscious red and blue fruit liqueur, floral, olive and baking spice qualities on the perfumed nose. Fleshy and expansive on the palate, offering sweet, spice-tinged cherry and blueberry flavors with a touch of smoky minerality. Fine-grained tannins come in late on an impressively long, smooth finish that emphatically repeats the floral and mineral notes. |
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Rhone | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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£512.00 |
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James Suckling (98)St. Joseph is often declared to be a second tier appellation in the Northern Rhone, but here’s proof that it can play in the first league of the region. This has an incredibly deep nose of ripe blackberries, other forest berries and smoke. On the barely full-bodied palate it is simultaneously rich, focused and extremely complex with very graceful fine tannins and stacks of stony minerality at the breathtakingly fresh finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. |
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Rhone | 2 | 98 (JS) |
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£770.00 |
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James Suckling (98)St. Joseph is often declared to be a second tier appellation in the Northern Rhone, but here’s proof that it can play in the first league of the region. This has an incredibly deep nose of ripe blackberries, other forest berries and smoke. On the barely full-bodied palate it is simultaneously rich, focused and extremely complex with very graceful fine tannins and stacks of stony minerality at the breathtakingly fresh finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
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£338.00 |
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Indulge in the exquisite taste of the Pierre Jean Villa Condrieu Jardin Suspendu 2020. Esteemed winemaker Pierre Jean Villa has once again achieved perfection with this exemplary French white wine, using traditional tools and techniques that honour the heritage of the Rhône Valley. The wine boasts expressive aromas of white flowers, apricot, and honey that gracefully fulfil the palate, complemented by a well-matured, perfectly balanced finish. The Condrieu appellation is renowned for its steep, granite-etched terraced vineyards, contributing to the unique flavour and exemplary character of this wine. Pierre Jeans Villa's approach to winemaking, rooted in respect for terroir and sustainable viticulture, guarantees a pure expression of the Viognier grape in their wines Whether you're a passionate oenophile or a simple lover of fine wines, the Pierre Jean Villa Condrieu Jardin Suspendu 2020 isn't just a bottle of wine, it's a journey into the heart of the Rhône Valley's wine-making excellence. |
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Rhone | 20 | 96-98 (JD) |
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£389.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96-98)The 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Cuvée De Mon Aïeul is all Grenache (from three terroirs) that was not destemmed and is still resting all in used demi-muids. Incredible aromatics of blackberries, ground pepper, toasted spice, raspberries, and flowers all emerge from this deep, full-bodied, yet wonderfully elegant barrel sample that makes the most of this great vintage. It’s going to drink brilliantly for 15-20 years with no issues, and I’d certainly put this up with the top handful of wines in the vintage. |
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Rhone | 8 | 96-98 (JD) |
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£257.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96-98)The Grenache-dominated 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Réserve Des Deux Frères, which includes 15% Syrah, is another behemoth of a wine from this brilliant estate that readers will adore. Still again in used barrels, it has plenty of cassis, spicy oak, pepper, violets, and licorice notes to go with a full-bodied, ultra-pure, seamless style on the palate. It’s certainly a bigger, richer wine compared to the Mon Aïeul, with some wood to integrate, yet it too is as seamless, pure, and layered as they come. |
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Rhone | 4 | 96-98 (JD) |
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£434.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (96-98)The Grenache-dominated 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Réserve Des Deux Frères, which includes 15% Syrah, is another behemoth of a wine from this brilliant estate that readers will adore. Still again in used barrels, it has plenty of cassis, spicy oak, pepper, violets, and licorice notes to go with a full-bodied, ultra-pure, seamless style on the palate. It’s certainly a bigger, richer wine compared to the Mon Aïeul, with some wood to integrate, yet it too is as seamless, pure, and layered as they come. |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£989.00 |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£728.00 |
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Rhone | 6 | 95 (VN) |
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£554.00 |
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Vinous (95)Saturated ruby. Highly perfumed aromas of ripe dark berries, cherry, olive and pungent flowers are sharpened by a suggestion of black pepper. Supple and appealingly sweet, offering concentrated black raspberry, cherry-cola and violet pastille flavors and a suggestion of star anise. Finishes pliant, sweet and focused on the penetrating finish, showing smooth tannins and excellent tenacity. |
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Rhone | 3 | 95 (VN) |
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£379.00 |
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Vinous (95)Saturated ruby. Highly perfumed aromas of ripe dark berries, cherry, olive and pungent flowers are sharpened by a suggestion of black pepper. Supple and appealingly sweet, offering concentrated black raspberry, cherry-cola and violet pastille flavors and a suggestion of star anise. Finishes pliant, sweet and focused on the penetrating finish, showing smooth tannins and excellent tenacity. |
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Rhone | 3 | 98 (VN) |
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£399.00 |
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Vinous (98)Saturated ruby. Potent, finely detailed aromas of red and dark fruit liqueur, smoked meat, potpourri and exotic spices, along with a vibrant mineral top note. Sappy, alluringly sweet and penetrating, offering intense cherry, boysenberry, allspice and star anise flavors and a potent suggestion of candied lavender. Silky, finely wrought tannins build steadily through an exceptionally long, penetrating finish that echoes the floral and mineral notes. |
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Rhone | 5 | 98 (VN) |
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£414.00 |
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Vinous (98)Dark purple color. Hugely perfumed, mineral-accented black and blue fruit preserve, exotic spice, espresso, olive, smoked meat and incense aromas show superb clarity and pick up hints of mocha and candied licorice with aeration. Sweet, chewy and penetrating in the mouth, offering densely packed boysenberry, cherry liqueur, fruitcake, bacon and espresso flavors and a touch of salty olive paste. Shows outstanding energy on the strikingly long finish, which features youthfully gripping tannins and resonating floral, blue fruit and smoky mineral qualities. Made with whole clusters. |
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Rhone | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£1,111.00 |
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Vinous (98)Dark purple color. Hugely perfumed, mineral-accented black and blue fruit preserve, exotic spice, espresso, olive, smoked meat and incense aromas show superb clarity and pick up hints of mocha and candied licorice with aeration. Sweet, chewy and penetrating in the mouth, offering densely packed boysenberry, cherry liqueur, fruitcake, bacon and espresso flavors and a touch of salty olive paste. Shows outstanding energy on the strikingly long finish, which features youthfully gripping tannins and resonating floral, blue fruit and smoky mineral qualities. Made with whole clusters. |
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Rhone | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£1,694.00 |
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Vinous (98)Dark purple color. Hugely perfumed, mineral-accented black and blue fruit preserve, exotic spice, espresso, olive, smoked meat and incense aromas show superb clarity and pick up hints of mocha and candied licorice with aeration. Sweet, chewy and penetrating in the mouth, offering densely packed boysenberry, cherry liqueur, fruitcake, bacon and espresso flavors and a touch of salty olive paste. Shows outstanding energy on the strikingly long finish, which features youthfully gripping tannins and resonating floral, blue fruit and smoky mineral qualities. Made with whole clusters. |
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Rhone | 3 | 97 (VN) |
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£334.00 |
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Vinous (97)Opaque ruby. Displays an array of intensely perfumed, mineral-accented black and blue fruit, floral, botanical herb and exotic spice aromas, along with suggestions of licorice, smoked meat and olive. Shows serious depth as well as unlikely energy, offering palate-staining kirsch, cassis, bitter chocolate, olive paste and violet pastille flavors that slowly turn sweet and become more energetic through the back half. Youthfully gripping tannins add grip to the smoky, mineral- and spice-driven finish, which emphatically repeats the licorice and blue fruit notes. |
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Rhone | 3 | 97 (VN) |
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£220.00 |
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Vinous (97)Opaque ruby. Displays an array of intensely perfumed, mineral-accented black and blue fruit, floral, botanical herb and exotic spice aromas, along with suggestions of licorice, smoked meat and olive. Shows serious depth as well as unlikely energy, offering palate-staining kirsch, cassis, bitter chocolate, olive paste and violet pastille flavors that slowly turn sweet and become more energetic through the back half. Youthfully gripping tannins add grip to the smoky, mineral- and spice-driven finish, which emphatically repeats the licorice and blue fruit notes. |
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Rhone | 2 | - |
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£1,190.00 |
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Rhone | 3 | - |
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£157.00 |
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£524.00 |
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Rhone | 1 | - |
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£207.00 |
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The Richaud Cairanne Ebrescade 2020 is an exceptional vintage, emanating from the esteemed winery of Marcel Richaud, a fifth-generation winemaker in the Southern Rhône region. This wine, a blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah and Carignan, encapsulates the essence of the terroir, crafted from vineyards resplendent with galets roulés and sands. The wine's complex profile reveals harmonious layers of dark berries, spice, and herbs, typifying the celebrated Cairanne AOC. Given Marcel Richaud's commitment to organic and biodynamic principles, the Richaud Cairanne Ebrescade 2020 embraces a less-is-more approach to winemaking. Hand-picking, natural yeast fermentations, and no fining or filtering adorn this wine with a balanced character, showcasing the purity and richness of the Rhône Valley. A judicious use of oak subtly complements the bold fruit nuances in the wine, contributing to its velvety mouthfeel and structured, refined finish. Let the Richaud Cairanne Ebrescade 2020 enthrall your palate with its Rhône charm. |
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Rhone | 6 | 95 (VN) |
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£375.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2020 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Prestige is a terrific success. Dazzling aromas of ripe raspberry, red and black cherry, blueberry, black plum, dried thyme, bay leaves, licorice, cured meat and a pinch of white pepper waft from the glass. Full-bodied, concentrated and enveloped in velvety tannins, it is well-balanced by lively acidity, ending with a bold finish. |
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Rhone | 12 | 97 (WCI) |
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£689.00 |
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The Wine Cellar Insider (97)Dark in color, the wine pops with licorice, black cherries, black plums and flowers as soon as the wine hits your glass. On the palate, the richly-textured wine is lush, polished, deep, balanced and long. There is intensity, purity, length and depth of flavor with a creaminess to the tannins, along with chocolate, licorice and black pepper in the endnote. This will age quite nicely. The wine is produced from 95% old vine Grenache with 5% coming from various, assorted, allowable grape varieties. This is one of the wines of the vintage. |
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Rhone | 6 | - |
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£277.00 |
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