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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Vinous (98)
Opaque red. Sharply defined red fruit, floral and Moroccan spice aromas, along with intense mineral, garrigue and cola nuances. Shows superb depth as well as vivacity on the palate, offering juicy red and blue fruit, floral pastille and spicecake flavors and an exotic hint of blood orange. Finishes impressively long and precise with firm tension, discreet tannins and reverberating red fruit and floral notes.Inc. VAT£486.62 -
Inc. VAT£803.09 -
Inc. VAT£504.29 -
Jeb Dunnuck (98)
Moving to the 2020s, the 2020 Gigondas La Louisiane is an absolute blockbuster of a wine that's up there with some of the best Gigondas made. Based on 80% Grenache, 15% Mourvèdre, and the rest Cinsault and Syrah, raised all in foudre, its deep purple hue is followed by a kaleidoscope-like array of kirsch, blackberries, ground pepper, violets, sandalwood, and other assorted Provençal-like aromas and flavors. Full-bodied, concentrated, and flawlessly balanced, I love its tannins, and it has a stacked mid-palate as well as a great finish.Inc. VAT£227.09 -
Jeb Dunnuck (97)
The 2020 Gigondas Les Souteyrades is also utterly brilliant. Giving up lots of kirsch liqueur, orange blossom, ground pepper, and herbes de Provence-like aromatics, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness and a layered, seamless, elegant mouthfeel that has awesome tannins as well as purity of fruit. It's another sensational Gigondas to enjoy over the coming two decades.Inc. VAT£227.09 -
Jeb Dunnuck (95-97)
Looking at the Gigondas releases, the 2020 Gigondas Vieilles Vignes doesn’t give anything to the two single vineyard releases and offers awesome aromatics, full-bodied richness, a round, lush, yet pure mouthfeel, and ripe yet certainly present tannins. It’s loaded with Provençal, garrigue, and peppery goodness, and it’s going to be a brilliant value. This cuvée is an 80/20 split of Grenache and Mourvèdre raised all in foudre.Inc. VAT£179.09 -
Expertly crafted, the Solitude Chateauneuf Du Pape Cornelia Constanza 2020 hails from the renowned Chateauneuf-du-Pape region in the Rhone Valley of France. This impeccable wine speaks volumes about its birthplace, renowned for its minerals-rich terroir. The Solitude Chateauneuf Du Pape Cornelia Constanza 2020 is made meticulously within Domaine de la Solitude, a family-run winery with over five centuries of winemaking heritage.
The wine is a delicate blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and others, following indigenous yeasts fermentation at controlled temperatures, matured in oak casks to imbue the perfect complexity. Spotlighting a deep ruby hue, expect layers of black cherry, raspberry compote, accented with aromatic notes of thyme, black olive, and truffle. The Solitude Chateauneuf Du Pape Cornelia Constanza 2020 is beautifully textured, offering a rich mouthfeel, velvety tannins, and an enduring finish. Indulge in this full-bodied wine to experience an enchanting symphony of balanced fruit and spice. A fine display of true French winemaking magnificence.
Inc. VAT£542.69 -
(6x75cl) 2020Immerse yourself in the exquisite experience of the Sylvain Badel Condrieu Eternal 2020, a magnificently crafted white wine from the prestigious vineyards of Northern Rhône, France. Grown exclusively on pristine granite slopes, these Viognier grapes are meticulously handpicked, ensuring only the finest selection. Sylvain Badel, a passionate vintner committed to sustainability, has structured an intriguing wine riddled with sumptuous layers of apricot, blossom and ripe peaches, rounded off with a bright and creamy finish.
This exemplary vintage, limited to just 1600 bottles, bears testament to Badel’s dedication to precision and patience. Aged in French oak barrels for 10 months, the Sylvain Badel Condrieu Eternal 2020 balances an enticing minerality with a vivacious freshness, a meticulously mastered contrast that's become Badel's signature style.
Pair with a decadent seafood platter or bold, creamy cheeses to truly explore the depths of this intricately textured wine. The Sylvain Badel Condrieu Eternal 2020 is a sublime testament to the exquisite artistry of French winemaking.
Inc. VAT£167.09 -
Inc. VAT£1,097.54 -
Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)
Always one of the top examples of Grenache in any vintage, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Amiral G. sports a more ruby/subtly purple-tinged color as well as an exotic bouquet of red and black fruits, nori, licorice, wildflowers, and sandalwood-like nuances. There's a touch of background oak, but it's all about exotic, pure fruit. Medium to full-bodied, nicely textured, and seamless, it's another beautiful, brilliant wine from this team.Inc. VAT£527.09 -
Jeb Dunnuck (95)
All Grenache Blanc brought up in older barrels, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Clos Du Belvédère Blanc is light gold-hued and boasts a vibrant, clean, straight-up juicy bouquet of tart peach, minty herbs, and crushed stone. Medium bodied on the palate, it builds nicely with time in the glass and has wonderful freshness and purity as well as a classy, dry finish.Inc. VAT£510.29 -
Jeb Dunnuck (92-94)
As usual, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Val De Dieu is a deeper hued release and checks in as 60% Syrah, 32% Grenache, and 8% Mourvèdre. Black raspberries, blackberries, and even a kiss of cassis emerge on the nose, and it's medium to full-bodied, with a layered, balanced mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and outstanding length. It doesn't have the mid-palate depth or density to match the top vintages of this cuvée, but don't let that stop you; it has tons of character and charm and will shine for a decade.Inc. VAT£506.69 -
Discover the elegance and richness of Versino Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2020, a distinctly exceptional wine hailing from the revered vineyards of Southern Rhone, France. Crafted by the Versino family, who boast several generations of viticulture expertise, this Chateauneuf-du-Pape is produced with a meticulous blend of select Grenache, Mourvedre, and Syrah varietals. The grapes are hand-picked at optimal ripeness, with careful destemming before undergoing traditional vinification.
This wine imparts exquisitely layered aromas of blackberries, kirsch, and roasted Provencal herbs. On the palate, it unfolds in velvety layers of ripe dark fruits, rounded tannins and subtle hints of exotic spices, leading to a persistent, harmonious finish. A powerful example of a world-class Chateauneuf-du-Pape, it is perfect for cellaring and will age gracefully, revealing further complexities.
Indulge in the experience of savoring Versino Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2020 - a true testament to the Versino family’s dedication to fine wine craft from the iconic Rhone Valley.
Inc. VAT£582.58 -
Jeb Dunnuck (92-94+)
The 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape should be a gem of a wine as well as age-worthy. Lots of red and black berry fruits, licorice, wild herbs, and pepper define this medium to full-bodied, ripe, yet very classic, focused, elegant 2020. I love its underlying structure as well as its balance. Give bottles 4-5 years and enjoy over the following two decades.Inc. VAT£588.29 -
Vinous (93)
Dark violet color. Dark berry preserve, licorice, olive and exotic spice aromas, with a hint of espresso in the background. Sappy and broad on the palate, offering spice-tinged cherry-cola, blueberry and candied violet flavors with a spicy snap of black pepper. The floral note carries through a very long, dark fruit-driven finish, where gently chewy tannins add shape and closing grip.Inc. VAT£274.84 -
Vinous (95)
Glass-staining ruby. Intensely perfumed cherry and blackberry aromas are complemented by suggestions of licorice, candied flowers, olive paste and black pepper. Appealingly sweet and energetic on the palate, offering pliant cherry, dark berry preserve, exotic spice and floral pastille flavors that show impressive depth; a smoky mineral flourish gains strength on the back half. Shows superb energy and mineral thrust on the clinging finish, which is framed by velvety, slowly building tannins.Inc. VAT£375.89 -
Decanter (98)
A wine that fizzes and sparks with crackling berry fruits and dried herbs. Full-bodied but not massive in the mouth, this has soaring power and energy. Perfectly balanced, with searing, mouth-coating, super-fine tannin. A wine like a thunder crack that takes you by surprise, it shocks the palate. Long finish. This is an exceptional vintage for Vincent Paris. 100-year-old vines. No destemming. Five-day cold maceration, then fermented with wild yeasts. Twice daily remontage, no punching down, then aged for 16 months in two to eight-year-old barriques. Grown on the granite slopes of lieu-dit La Geynale, one of the finest of the appellation.Inc. VAT£443.09 -
Inc. VAT£212.69 -
The Xavier Gerard Cote Rotie 2020 is a mesmerising testament to Xavier Gerard's dedication to viticulture and his profound understanding of the region's distinctive terroir. From the steep, terraced vineyards of Northern Rhône, this gracefully balanced Syrah embodies impeccable finesse, cultural heritage, and artisanal craft. Each grape is hand-selected and fermented with indigenous yeasts, preserving the unique characteristics of its prized appellations, Côte Brune and Côte Blonde. Post-fermentation, the wine matured for 18 months in French oak barrels, tempering its inherent power to delicate roundness.
This exemplary Rhône River Valley ambassador boasts an intense bouquet of black fruit, violet perfumes, and convergent spices. On the palate, expect an enchanting display of supple tannins, ample acidity, and opulent black fruit flavours harmoniously culminating in a rich, enduring finish. Simply put, the Xavier Gerard Cote Rotie 2020 captures the quintessence of French wine sophistication that discerning connoisseurs will undoubtedly appreciate.
Inc. VAT£317.09 -
Vinous (98)
Glass-staining violet. Displays expansive, highly perfumed aromas of black raspberry and boysenberry, with exotic spice, violet oil, smoky mineral and incense notes building in the glass. Densely packed yet almost shockingly energetic on the palate, offering penetrating black and blue fruit liqueur, floral pastille, allspice and olive paste flavors with a hint of cracked pepper. The floral note carries emphatically through a wonderfully long, sharply detailed finish that's framed by youthfully gripping, polished tannins.Inc. VAT£1,797.64
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In Bond£279.00
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In Bond£99.00
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Vinous (98)
Opaque red. Sharply defined red fruit, floral and Moroccan spice aromas, along with intense mineral, garrigue and cola nuances. Shows superb depth as well as vivacity on the palate, offering juicy red and blue fruit, floral pastille and spicecake flavors and an exotic hint of blood orange. Finishes impressively long and precise with firm tension, discreet tannins and reverberating red fruit and floral notes.In Bond£385.00 -
In Bond£650.00
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In Bond£401.00
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Jeb Dunnuck (98)
Moving to the 2020s, the 2020 Gigondas La Louisiane is an absolute blockbuster of a wine that's up there with some of the best Gigondas made. Based on 80% Grenache, 15% Mourvèdre, and the rest Cinsault and Syrah, raised all in foudre, its deep purple hue is followed by a kaleidoscope-like array of kirsch, blackberries, ground pepper, violets, sandalwood, and other assorted Provençal-like aromas and flavors. Full-bodied, concentrated, and flawlessly balanced, I love its tannins, and it has a stacked mid-palate as well as a great finish.In Bond£170.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (97)
The 2020 Gigondas Les Souteyrades is also utterly brilliant. Giving up lots of kirsch liqueur, orange blossom, ground pepper, and herbes de Provence-like aromatics, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness and a layered, seamless, elegant mouthfeel that has awesome tannins as well as purity of fruit. It's another sensational Gigondas to enjoy over the coming two decades.In Bond£170.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (95-97)
Looking at the Gigondas releases, the 2020 Gigondas Vieilles Vignes doesn’t give anything to the two single vineyard releases and offers awesome aromatics, full-bodied richness, a round, lush, yet pure mouthfeel, and ripe yet certainly present tannins. It’s loaded with Provençal, garrigue, and peppery goodness, and it’s going to be a brilliant value. This cuvée is an 80/20 split of Grenache and Mourvèdre raised all in foudre.In Bond£130.00 -
Expertly crafted, the Solitude Chateauneuf Du Pape Cornelia Constanza 2020 hails from the renowned Chateauneuf-du-Pape region in the Rhone Valley of France. This impeccable wine speaks volumes about its birthplace, renowned for its minerals-rich terroir. The Solitude Chateauneuf Du Pape Cornelia Constanza 2020 is made meticulously within Domaine de la Solitude, a family-run winery with over five centuries of winemaking heritage.
The wine is a delicate blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and others, following indigenous yeasts fermentation at controlled temperatures, matured in oak casks to imbue the perfect complexity. Spotlighting a deep ruby hue, expect layers of black cherry, raspberry compote, accented with aromatic notes of thyme, black olive, and truffle. The Solitude Chateauneuf Du Pape Cornelia Constanza 2020 is beautifully textured, offering a rich mouthfeel, velvety tannins, and an enduring finish. Indulge in this full-bodied wine to experience an enchanting symphony of balanced fruit and spice. A fine display of true French winemaking magnificence.
In Bond£433.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020
Immerse yourself in the exquisite experience of the Sylvain Badel Condrieu Eternal 2020, a magnificently crafted white wine from the prestigious vineyards of Northern Rhône, France. Grown exclusively on pristine granite slopes, these Viognier grapes are meticulously handpicked, ensuring only the finest selection. Sylvain Badel, a passionate vintner committed to sustainability, has structured an intriguing wine riddled with sumptuous layers of apricot, blossom and ripe peaches, rounded off with a bright and creamy finish.
This exemplary vintage, limited to just 1600 bottles, bears testament to Badel’s dedication to precision and patience. Aged in French oak barrels for 10 months, the Sylvain Badel Condrieu Eternal 2020 balances an enticing minerality with a vivacious freshness, a meticulously mastered contrast that's become Badel's signature style.
Pair with a decadent seafood platter or bold, creamy cheeses to truly explore the depths of this intricately textured wine. The Sylvain Badel Condrieu Eternal 2020 is a sublime testament to the exquisite artistry of French winemaking.
In Bond£120.00 -
In Bond£905.00
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Jeb Dunnuck (94-96)
Always one of the top examples of Grenache in any vintage, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Amiral G. sports a more ruby/subtly purple-tinged color as well as an exotic bouquet of red and black fruits, nori, licorice, wildflowers, and sandalwood-like nuances. There's a touch of background oak, but it's all about exotic, pure fruit. Medium to full-bodied, nicely textured, and seamless, it's another beautiful, brilliant wine from this team.In Bond£420.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (95)
All Grenache Blanc brought up in older barrels, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Clos Du Belvédère Blanc is light gold-hued and boasts a vibrant, clean, straight-up juicy bouquet of tart peach, minty herbs, and crushed stone. Medium bodied on the palate, it builds nicely with time in the glass and has wonderful freshness and purity as well as a classy, dry finish.In Bond£406.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (92-94)
As usual, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Val De Dieu is a deeper hued release and checks in as 60% Syrah, 32% Grenache, and 8% Mourvèdre. Black raspberries, blackberries, and even a kiss of cassis emerge on the nose, and it's medium to full-bodied, with a layered, balanced mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and outstanding length. It doesn't have the mid-palate depth or density to match the top vintages of this cuvée, but don't let that stop you; it has tons of character and charm and will shine for a decade.In Bond£403.00 -
Discover the elegance and richness of Versino Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2020, a distinctly exceptional wine hailing from the revered vineyards of Southern Rhone, France. Crafted by the Versino family, who boast several generations of viticulture expertise, this Chateauneuf-du-Pape is produced with a meticulous blend of select Grenache, Mourvedre, and Syrah varietals. The grapes are hand-picked at optimal ripeness, with careful destemming before undergoing traditional vinification.
This wine imparts exquisitely layered aromas of blackberries, kirsch, and roasted Provencal herbs. On the palate, it unfolds in velvety layers of ripe dark fruits, rounded tannins and subtle hints of exotic spices, leading to a persistent, harmonious finish. A powerful example of a world-class Chateauneuf-du-Pape, it is perfect for cellaring and will age gracefully, revealing further complexities.
Indulge in the experience of savoring Versino Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2020 - a true testament to the Versino family’s dedication to fine wine craft from the iconic Rhone Valley.
In Bond£447.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (92-94+)
The 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape should be a gem of a wine as well as age-worthy. Lots of red and black berry fruits, licorice, wild herbs, and pepper define this medium to full-bodied, ripe, yet very classic, focused, elegant 2020. I love its underlying structure as well as its balance. Give bottles 4-5 years and enjoy over the following two decades.In Bond£471.00 -
Vinous (93)
Dark violet color. Dark berry preserve, licorice, olive and exotic spice aromas, with a hint of espresso in the background. Sappy and broad on the palate, offering spice-tinged cherry-cola, blueberry and candied violet flavors with a spicy snap of black pepper. The floral note carries through a very long, dark fruit-driven finish, where gently chewy tannins add shape and closing grip.In Bond£213.00 -
Vinous (95)
Glass-staining ruby. Intensely perfumed cherry and blackberry aromas are complemented by suggestions of licorice, candied flowers, olive paste and black pepper. Appealingly sweet and energetic on the palate, offering pliant cherry, dark berry preserve, exotic spice and floral pastille flavors that show impressive depth; a smoky mineral flourish gains strength on the back half. Shows superb energy and mineral thrust on the clinging finish, which is framed by velvety, slowly building tannins.In Bond£294.00 -
Decanter (98)
A wine that fizzes and sparks with crackling berry fruits and dried herbs. Full-bodied but not massive in the mouth, this has soaring power and energy. Perfectly balanced, with searing, mouth-coating, super-fine tannin. A wine like a thunder crack that takes you by surprise, it shocks the palate. Long finish. This is an exceptional vintage for Vincent Paris. 100-year-old vines. No destemming. Five-day cold maceration, then fermented with wild yeasts. Twice daily remontage, no punching down, then aged for 16 months in two to eight-year-old barriques. Grown on the granite slopes of lieu-dit La Geynale, one of the finest of the appellation.In Bond£350.00 -
In Bond£158.00
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The Xavier Gerard Cote Rotie 2020 is a mesmerising testament to Xavier Gerard's dedication to viticulture and his profound understanding of the region's distinctive terroir. From the steep, terraced vineyards of Northern Rhône, this gracefully balanced Syrah embodies impeccable finesse, cultural heritage, and artisanal craft. Each grape is hand-selected and fermented with indigenous yeasts, preserving the unique characteristics of its prized appellations, Côte Brune and Côte Blonde. Post-fermentation, the wine matured for 18 months in French oak barrels, tempering its inherent power to delicate roundness.
This exemplary Rhône River Valley ambassador boasts an intense bouquet of black fruit, violet perfumes, and convergent spices. On the palate, expect an enchanting display of supple tannins, ample acidity, and opulent black fruit flavours harmoniously culminating in a rich, enduring finish. Simply put, the Xavier Gerard Cote Rotie 2020 captures the quintessence of French wine sophistication that discerning connoisseurs will undoubtedly appreciate.
In Bond£245.00 -
Vinous (98)
Glass-staining violet. Displays expansive, highly perfumed aromas of black raspberry and boysenberry, with exotic spice, violet oil, smoky mineral and incense notes building in the glass. Densely packed yet almost shockingly energetic on the palate, offering penetrating black and blue fruit liqueur, floral pastille, allspice and olive paste flavors with a hint of cracked pepper. The floral note carries emphatically through a wonderfully long, sharply detailed finish that's framed by youthfully gripping, polished tannins.In Bond£1,482.00
