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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(12x75cl) 2013Vinous (93-95)
Brilliant red. Ripe red berries and potpourri on the lively, mineral-accented nose, with suave floral and allspice qualities adding complexity. Juicy raspberry and bitter cherry flavors show excellent precision and vivacity, with a hint of white pepper contributing cut. Asian spice nuances come up on the clean, tightly focused finish, which is given shape by silky, even tannins.Inc. VAT£12,478.46 -
(1x75cl) 2013Vinous (93-95)
Brilliant red. Ripe red berries and potpourri on the lively, mineral-accented nose, with suave floral and allspice qualities adding complexity. Juicy raspberry and bitter cherry flavors show excellent precision and vivacity, with a hint of white pepper contributing cut. Asian spice nuances come up on the clean, tightly focused finish, which is given shape by silky, even tannins.Inc. VAT£1,027.09 -
(6x75cl) 2013Vinous (93-95)
Brilliant red. Ripe red berries and potpourri on the lively, mineral-accented nose, with suave floral and allspice qualities adding complexity. Juicy raspberry and bitter cherry flavors show excellent precision and vivacity, with a hint of white pepper contributing cut. Asian spice nuances come up on the clean, tightly focused finish, which is given shape by silky, even tannins.Inc. VAT£6,012.84 -
(12x75cl) 2014Vinous (97)
The 2014 Château Rayas is a jewel of a wine. Mingling fragrant aromas of orange blossom, crushed rose petals, forest strawberry, raspberry jam, white pepper, dried lavender, melted licorice and verbena tea. It is deeply moving and hauntingly elegant as it expands vertically on the palate. The silky tannins are drop-dead-gorgeous and contribute to a divine mouthfeel that concludes with a complex finish.Inc. VAT£12,427.33 -
(1x75cl) 2015Inc. VAT£405.20 -
(1x75cl) 2019Inc. VAT£177.20 -
Jeb Dunnuck (95)
The Mourvèdre dominated 2015 Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Part des Anges (70% Mourvèdre, 20% Grenache and 10% Syrah aged mostly in new barrels) is also deep ruby/purple in color. It offers a modern style in its blackberry, toasty oak, espresso and licorice-driven aromatics. Rich, full-bodied, concentrated and structured, with ripe, present tannin, it's another impressive effort from an estate that's unquestionably on the upswing.Inc. VAT£285.20 -
Inc. VAT£106.13 -
Inc. VAT£624.70 -
Inc. VAT£440.75 -
Vinous (87)
Ruby-red. Aroma of red fruit liqueur. Sweet and nicely concentrated, with good volume but only modest nuance. Shows good freshness and fruit, but finishes with some youthfully tough tannins. Seems distinctly cleaner than a bottle of the '98 I tasted last year. However, my sample of the '99 Cuvee Imperiale was plagued by a raw wood quality that dried its finish.Inc. VAT£612.70 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96-100)
Violets, spring flowers, cassis, plums, and incense notes all define the stunningly good 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Imperiale. Made from 100% Grenache from very old vines, it's full-bodied and powerful, yet also graceful, balanced and pure, with terrific freshness and purity. My money is on this flirting with perfection once bottled.Inc. VAT£264.80 -
(12x75cl) 2019James Suckling (96)
Deep, spicy and fragrant, this is a very concentrated and elegant Chateauneuf-du-Pape with remarkably fine tannins and floral delicacy alongside its earthy primacy. Mainly produced from grenache vines planted in 1901 and 1902. From Demeter-certified biodynamically grown grapes. Drink or hold.Inc. VAT£753.53 -
James Suckling (96)
Deep, spicy and fragrant, this is a very concentrated and elegant Chateauneuf-du-Pape with remarkably fine tannins and floral delicacy alongside its earthy primacy. Mainly produced from grenache vines planted in 1901 and 1902. From Demeter-certified biodynamically grown grapes. Drink or hold.Inc. VAT£197.60 -
The Remizieres Hermitage Autrement 2012 is a nuanced, masterfully made offering from a renowned Rhône producer, Domaine des Remizières. Located in the esteemed Hermitage region of France, this winemaker is steeped in three generations of vinicultural expertise. The Autrement 2012 vinifies the noble Syrah grapе exclusively from their old terraced vineyards, projecting distinct mineral components. The wine matures for 24 months in oak barrels, contributing to its characteristically rich and complex profile. With a robust, spicy flavour and black fruit undertones, each sip is a delightful exploration of the vineyard's terroir. Its longevity is quite noteworthy, able to cellar for two decades, demonstrating impressive development over time. Artisanal production methods and painstaking attention to detail pervade each phase of its creation, underscoring the house's pursuit of exceptional wine-making. A bottle of Remizieres Hermitage Autrement 2012 is indeed a testament to their commitment to excellence.
Inc. VAT£1,170.41 -
Vinous (93)
Inky purple. Dark berry liqueur, cola and floral pastille aromas, with strong accents of incense and smoky minerals. Fat, sweet and palate-staining, offering intense blackberry preserve and cherry-cola flavors lifted by juicy acidity and sharpened by a peppery, spicy nuance. Quite powerful yet comes off graceful and precise. Finishes extremely long and alluringly sweet, with supple tannins and persistent smokiness. This got 85% new oak and the material is more than up to it.Inc. VAT£480.00 -
(12x75cl) 2003Introducing the exceptional Remizieres Hermitage L'Essentiel 2003, a distinct reserve originating from the illustrious Hermitage vineyards of France's renowned Rhône Valley. This exclusive wine is an exceptional legacy of Domaine des Remizières, a family-run winery with three generations of savoir-faire in viticulture. Lovingly nurtured by Philippe Desmeure, its bouquet offers profound aromatic depth.
The Remizieres Hermitage L'Essentiel 2003 boasts elegant, tawny hues hinting at its longevity. The wine's full-bodied palate is cloaked in rich, earthy undertones, fused with whiffs of blackcurrant and truffle, revealing its Syrah grape lineage. Aged for 24 months in new oak barrels, the wine is characterized by precise tannic structure and long-lasting finish. Sip and savor this, and experience the soul of the Rhône.
As a testament to the winery's commitment to sustainable farming, this 2003 option presents a disciplined, yet spontaneous reflection of the exceptional terroir. The Remizieres Hermitage L'Essentiel 2003 truly embodies the essence of exquisite, French viticulture.
Inc. VAT£1,033.12 -
Vinous (93)
(raised in stainless steel tanks and made with no malo) Limpid straw-yellow. Assertive, mineral-accented orchard fruit, melon and fennel aromas are sharpened by hints of ginger and lemon zest. Intense pear skin, Meyer lemon and violet pastille flavors show a suave blend of richness and delicacy thanks to a spine of juicy acidity. Closes minerally, taut and impressively long, leaving a powerful floral note behind.Inc. VAT£810.07 -
Vinous (93)
(raised in stainless steel tanks and made with no malo) Limpid straw-yellow. Assertive, mineral-accented orchard fruit, melon and fennel aromas are sharpened by hints of ginger and lemon zest. Intense pear skin, Meyer lemon and violet pastille flavors show a suave blend of richness and delicacy thanks to a spine of juicy acidity. Closes minerally, taut and impressively long, leaving a powerful floral note behind.Inc. VAT£94.79 -
Vinous (93)
Pale straw-yellow. An intensely perfumed bouquet evokes mineral-accented pear, tangerine and violet scents, along with a spicy touch of ginger. Offers energetic, sharply focused citrus and orchard fruit flavors that stain the palate while showing zero excess fat. Impressively concentrated yet lithe and precise, with a long, focused finish that features repeating floral and mineral notes.Inc. VAT£103.73 -
Inc. VAT£549.10 -
(1x75cl) 1999Inc. VAT£142.13 -
Wine Advocate (94)
The 2010 Cote Rotie Ampodium is performing much better from bottle than it did last year. Fashioned from a dozen separate terroirs in Cote Rotie, it exhibits tell-tale notes of licorice, tapenade, black currants and black raspberries with a floral component in the background. Beautifully textured, medium to full-bodied, rich and opulent, this superb Cote Rotie can be drunk now or cellared for 10-15 years.Inc. VAT£1,057.44 -
(6x75cl) 2010Wine Advocate (94)
The 2010 Cote Rotie Ampodium is performing much better from bottle than it did last year. Fashioned from a dozen separate terroirs in Cote Rotie, it exhibits tell-tale notes of licorice, tapenade, black currants and black raspberries with a floral component in the background. Beautifully textured, medium to full-bodied, rich and opulent, this superb Cote Rotie can be drunk now or cellared for 10-15 years.Inc. VAT£546.04 -
(1x75cl) 2012Vinous (92)
Vivid purple. Fresh black and blue fruits and potpourri on the expressive, expansive nose. Highly floral and spicy, with intense dark berry and bitter cherry flavors becoming sweeter with aeration. This precise wine finishes with excellent thrust, sneaky tannins and lingering floral and Asian spice notes. Rostaing pointed out that this is a perfect example of a 2012 that shows wonderfully now but that's set to shut down in about six months, after which it should be left alone for at least three to five years.Inc. VAT£93.20 -
Wine Advocate (94)
Bottled in July, the 2015 Cote Rotie Ampodium is fairly full-bodied and quite rich. The black olive and raspberry notes verge on being jammy but are balanced by peppery spice and firm, savory tannins. Give it 5 years in the cellar to settle down, and drink it over the next decade and a half or more. For an entry-level wine, it's remarkable.Inc. VAT£99.20 -
Wine Advocate (94)
Bottled in July, the 2015 Cote Rotie Ampodium is fairly full-bodied and quite rich. The black olive and raspberry notes verge on being jammy but are balanced by peppery spice and firm, savory tannins. Give it 5 years in the cellar to settle down, and drink it over the next decade and a half or more. For an entry-level wine, it's remarkable.Inc. VAT£316.32 -
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Cask sample. Vivid stemmy character cutting across the redcurrant fruit on the nose. Superb concentration of fruit on the palate, yet avoids lumbering heaviness via fresh acid and a lengthy, perfumed finish. Savoury soy and aniseed character to finish. (RH)Inc. VAT£118.92 -
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Cask sample. Vivid stemmy character cutting across the redcurrant fruit on the nose. Superb concentration of fruit on the palate, yet avoids lumbering heaviness via fresh acid and a lengthy, perfumed finish. Savoury soy and aniseed character to finish. (RH)Inc. VAT£487.92 -
Vinous (93)
Deep, brilliant violet. A mineral-tinged bouquet evokes ripe black and blue fruits, peony and licorice, and a peppery flourish builds as the wine opens up. Shows impressive energy on the palate, offering juicy boysenberry and cherry compote flavors complemented by suggestions of spicecake and candied licorice. Sweet and seamless in texture, finishing on a lingering floral note, with impressive energy and smooth, harmonious tannins.Inc. VAT£612.70
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(12x75cl) 2013
Vinous (93-95)
Brilliant red. Ripe red berries and potpourri on the lively, mineral-accented nose, with suave floral and allspice qualities adding complexity. Juicy raspberry and bitter cherry flavors show excellent precision and vivacity, with a hint of white pepper contributing cut. Asian spice nuances come up on the clean, tightly focused finish, which is given shape by silky, even tannins.In Bond£10,358.76 -
(1x75cl) 2013
Vinous (93-95)
Brilliant red. Ripe red berries and potpourri on the lively, mineral-accented nose, with suave floral and allspice qualities adding complexity. Juicy raspberry and bitter cherry flavors show excellent precision and vivacity, with a hint of white pepper contributing cut. Asian spice nuances come up on the clean, tightly focused finish, which is given shape by silky, even tannins.In Bond£852.58 -
(6x75cl) 2013
Vinous (93-95)
Brilliant red. Ripe red berries and potpourri on the lively, mineral-accented nose, with suave floral and allspice qualities adding complexity. Juicy raspberry and bitter cherry flavors show excellent precision and vivacity, with a hint of white pepper contributing cut. Asian spice nuances come up on the clean, tightly focused finish, which is given shape by silky, even tannins.In Bond£4,990.72 -
(12x75cl) 2014
Vinous (97)
The 2014 Château Rayas is a jewel of a wine. Mingling fragrant aromas of orange blossom, crushed rose petals, forest strawberry, raspberry jam, white pepper, dried lavender, melted licorice and verbena tea. It is deeply moving and hauntingly elegant as it expands vertically on the palate. The silky tannins are drop-dead-gorgeous and contribute to a divine mouthfeel that concludes with a complex finish.In Bond£10,317.53 -
(1x75cl) 2015In Bond£335.00
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(1x75cl) 2019In Bond£145.00
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Jeb Dunnuck (95)
The Mourvèdre dominated 2015 Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Part des Anges (70% Mourvèdre, 20% Grenache and 10% Syrah aged mostly in new barrels) is also deep ruby/purple in color. It offers a modern style in its blackberry, toasty oak, espresso and licorice-driven aromatics. Rich, full-bodied, concentrated and structured, with ripe, present tannin, it's another impressive effort from an estate that's unquestionably on the upswing.In Bond£217.00 -
In Bond£85.00
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In Bond£482.00
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In Bond£348.00
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Vinous (87)
Ruby-red. Aroma of red fruit liqueur. Sweet and nicely concentrated, with good volume but only modest nuance. Shows good freshness and fruit, but finishes with some youthfully tough tannins. Seems distinctly cleaner than a bottle of the '98 I tasted last year. However, my sample of the '99 Cuvee Imperiale was plagued by a raw wood quality that dried its finish.In Bond£472.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96-100)
Violets, spring flowers, cassis, plums, and incense notes all define the stunningly good 2016 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Imperiale. Made from 100% Grenache from very old vines, it's full-bodied and powerful, yet also graceful, balanced and pure, with terrific freshness and purity. My money is on this flirting with perfection once bottled.In Bond£200.00 -
(12x75cl) 2019
James Suckling (96)
Deep, spicy and fragrant, this is a very concentrated and elegant Chateauneuf-du-Pape with remarkably fine tannins and floral delicacy alongside its earthy primacy. Mainly produced from grenache vines planted in 1901 and 1902. From Demeter-certified biodynamically grown grapes. Drink or hold.In Bond£586.60 -
James Suckling (96)
Deep, spicy and fragrant, this is a very concentrated and elegant Chateauneuf-du-Pape with remarkably fine tannins and floral delicacy alongside its earthy primacy. Mainly produced from grenache vines planted in 1901 and 1902. From Demeter-certified biodynamically grown grapes. Drink or hold.In Bond£144.00 -
The Remizieres Hermitage Autrement 2012 is a nuanced, masterfully made offering from a renowned Rhône producer, Domaine des Remizières. Located in the esteemed Hermitage region of France, this winemaker is steeped in three generations of vinicultural expertise. The Autrement 2012 vinifies the noble Syrah grapе exclusively from their old terraced vineyards, projecting distinct mineral components. The wine matures for 24 months in oak barrels, contributing to its characteristically rich and complex profile. With a robust, spicy flavour and black fruit undertones, each sip is a delightful exploration of the vineyard's terroir. Its longevity is quite noteworthy, able to cellar for two decades, demonstrating impressive development over time. Artisanal production methods and painstaking attention to detail pervade each phase of its creation, underscoring the house's pursuit of exceptional wine-making. A bottle of Remizieres Hermitage Autrement 2012 is indeed a testament to their commitment to excellence.
In Bond£934.00 -
Vinous (93)
Inky purple. Dark berry liqueur, cola and floral pastille aromas, with strong accents of incense and smoky minerals. Fat, sweet and palate-staining, offering intense blackberry preserve and cherry-cola flavors lifted by juicy acidity and sharpened by a peppery, spicy nuance. Quite powerful yet comes off graceful and precise. Finishes extremely long and alluringly sweet, with supple tannins and persistent smokiness. This got 85% new oak and the material is more than up to it.Inc. VAT£480.00 -
(12x75cl) 2003
Introducing the exceptional Remizieres Hermitage L'Essentiel 2003, a distinct reserve originating from the illustrious Hermitage vineyards of France's renowned Rhône Valley. This exclusive wine is an exceptional legacy of Domaine des Remizières, a family-run winery with three generations of savoir-faire in viticulture. Lovingly nurtured by Philippe Desmeure, its bouquet offers profound aromatic depth.
The Remizieres Hermitage L'Essentiel 2003 boasts elegant, tawny hues hinting at its longevity. The wine's full-bodied palate is cloaked in rich, earthy undertones, fused with whiffs of blackcurrant and truffle, revealing its Syrah grape lineage. Aged for 24 months in new oak barrels, the wine is characterized by precise tannic structure and long-lasting finish. Sip and savor this, and experience the soul of the Rhône.
As a testament to the winery's commitment to sustainable farming, this 2003 option presents a disciplined, yet spontaneous reflection of the exceptional terroir. The Remizieres Hermitage L'Essentiel 2003 truly embodies the essence of exquisite, French viticulture.
In Bond£819.59 -
Vinous (93)
(raised in stainless steel tanks and made with no malo) Limpid straw-yellow. Assertive, mineral-accented orchard fruit, melon and fennel aromas are sharpened by hints of ginger and lemon zest. Intense pear skin, Meyer lemon and violet pastille flavors show a suave blend of richness and delicacy thanks to a spine of juicy acidity. Closes minerally, taut and impressively long, leaving a powerful floral note behind.In Bond£643.00 -
Vinous (93)
(raised in stainless steel tanks and made with no malo) Limpid straw-yellow. Assertive, mineral-accented orchard fruit, melon and fennel aromas are sharpened by hints of ginger and lemon zest. Intense pear skin, Meyer lemon and violet pastille flavors show a suave blend of richness and delicacy thanks to a spine of juicy acidity. Closes minerally, taut and impressively long, leaving a powerful floral note behind.In Bond£76.00 -
Vinous (93)
Pale straw-yellow. An intensely perfumed bouquet evokes mineral-accented pear, tangerine and violet scents, along with a spicy touch of ginger. Offers energetic, sharply focused citrus and orchard fruit flavors that stain the palate while showing zero excess fat. Impressively concentrated yet lithe and precise, with a long, focused finish that features repeating floral and mineral notes.In Bond£83.00 -
In Bond£419.00
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(1x75cl) 1999In Bond£115.00
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Wine Advocate (94)
The 2010 Cote Rotie Ampodium is performing much better from bottle than it did last year. Fashioned from a dozen separate terroirs in Cote Rotie, it exhibits tell-tale notes of licorice, tapenade, black currants and black raspberries with a floral component in the background. Beautifully textured, medium to full-bodied, rich and opulent, this superb Cote Rotie can be drunk now or cellared for 10-15 years.In Bond£844.00 -
(6x75cl) 2010
Wine Advocate (94)
The 2010 Cote Rotie Ampodium is performing much better from bottle than it did last year. Fashioned from a dozen separate terroirs in Cote Rotie, it exhibits tell-tale notes of licorice, tapenade, black currants and black raspberries with a floral component in the background. Beautifully textured, medium to full-bodied, rich and opulent, this superb Cote Rotie can be drunk now or cellared for 10-15 years.In Bond£439.00 -
(1x75cl) 2012
Vinous (92)
Vivid purple. Fresh black and blue fruits and potpourri on the expressive, expansive nose. Highly floral and spicy, with intense dark berry and bitter cherry flavors becoming sweeter with aeration. This precise wine finishes with excellent thrust, sneaky tannins and lingering floral and Asian spice notes. Rostaing pointed out that this is a perfect example of a 2012 that shows wonderfully now but that's set to shut down in about six months, after which it should be left alone for at least three to five years.In Bond£75.00 -
Wine Advocate (94)
Bottled in July, the 2015 Cote Rotie Ampodium is fairly full-bodied and quite rich. The black olive and raspberry notes verge on being jammy but are balanced by peppery spice and firm, savory tannins. Give it 5 years in the cellar to settle down, and drink it over the next decade and a half or more. For an entry-level wine, it's remarkable.In Bond£80.00 -
Wine Advocate (94)
Bottled in July, the 2015 Cote Rotie Ampodium is fairly full-bodied and quite rich. The black olive and raspberry notes verge on being jammy but are balanced by peppery spice and firm, savory tannins. Give it 5 years in the cellar to settle down, and drink it over the next decade and a half or more. For an entry-level wine, it's remarkable.In Bond£245.00 -
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Cask sample. Vivid stemmy character cutting across the redcurrant fruit on the nose. Superb concentration of fruit on the palate, yet avoids lumbering heaviness via fresh acid and a lengthy, perfumed finish. Savoury soy and aniseed character to finish. (RH)In Bond£96.00 -
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Cask sample. Vivid stemmy character cutting across the redcurrant fruit on the nose. Superb concentration of fruit on the palate, yet avoids lumbering heaviness via fresh acid and a lengthy, perfumed finish. Savoury soy and aniseed character to finish. (RH)In Bond£388.00 -
Vinous (93)
Deep, brilliant violet. A mineral-tinged bouquet evokes ripe black and blue fruits, peony and licorice, and a peppery flourish builds as the wine opens up. Shows impressive energy on the palate, offering juicy boysenberry and cherry compote flavors complemented by suggestions of spicecake and candied licorice. Sweet and seamless in texture, finishing on a lingering floral note, with impressive energy and smooth, harmonious tannins.In Bond£472.00
