Chateau de Saint Cosme – a reference point for Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre blends
These classic Rhone and Sud de France blends have re-captured my attention in recent months beginning with a Gerard Bertrand tasting this …
Chateau de Saint Cosme
There are times when one is so struck by the quality of a producer’s wines across-the-board that they leave a lasting impression on you. …
2008 Condrieu
2008 was a cool and wet vintage in the Northern Rhone which led to some flowering problems in the Spring, disease pressure …
Achieving balance in Viognier
Viognier is the flagship white grape variety of the Northern Rhone. While Cote-Rotie may blend up to 20% of viognier in their …
The rise of rosé
US imports of rosé wines grew 42% for the twelve months ending April 2009 compared to 5% growth in the overall table …
Destination Southern Rhone
A nice base for us visiting the Southern Rhone was the Hotel Bellerive in Rasteau. It is “homey”, very quiet, with beautiful views …
A toast to wood
Ageing of wine in wood adds complexity to wine and is influenced by the type of wood used, its origin, how it …
The Rhone – North vs. South
The Northern and Southern Rhone share the moderating effects of the Rhone River, the Mistral and share a few grapes varieties. But in …
Avignon – entree to the Rhone
If you are not arriving from the North, a good way to start a visit of the Rhone Valley is starting from …
The Rhone Valley
The Rhone Valley officially begins in Vienne which is just about 25 miles south of Lyon on the A7. The Rhone Valley …