The Rhone Valley, stretching from Lyon to Avignon, offers wines of character and contrast. From the peppery Syrahs of the north to the sun-kissed Grenache blends of the south, our collection encapsulates the Rhone's rich tapestry.
The Rhône flows south from Lyon to the Mediterranean, and its vineyards fall into two very different halves.
Steep granite slopes produce some of the world's finest Syrah: dark, peppery and perfumed, with violet, blackberry and smoked meat. The great names include Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage, Cornas and Crozes-Hermitage. White wines come from Viognier and Marsanne.
The warmer south makes generous, spicy blends, led by Grenache with Syrah and Mourvèdre. Châteauneuf-du-Pape, named after the summer palace of the medieval popes, is the most famous. Up to 13 grape varieties are permitted, and many vineyards are covered with large round stones that store the day's heat. Côtes-du-Rhône offers the same warm, fruity style at an everyday price.
E. Guigal, based in Ampuis in the northern Rhône, is the region's best-known producer. Its Côte-Rôtie wines are legendary, and its Côtes-du-Rhône Rouge is a benchmark for the appellation.
Serve at 16–18°C. Côtes-du-Rhône is a great partner for pizza, sausages and casseroles. Châteauneuf-du-Pape suits roast lamb, game and slow-cooked stews; decant younger vintages for an hour. Northern Syrah loves steak, duck and anything with black pepper.
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