2018 Rhône

Intense and perfumed, this has such a stunning Condrieu nose. Peaches and cream, as well as saffron and other spices. The finish is so long, and so mouthwatering, with a lovely texture. Outstanding.

From granite soils, this is very pretty and delicate. Rose petal and wild flowers on the nose, there’s plenty of spice and texture. This is very saline on the finish.

There’s 10% Viognier in the blend here, and this gives a floral, delicate character to this Côte-Rôtie. There’s plenty of vibrancy to this wine, from the south of the appellation.

From vines planted in 1911, this is intense and concentrated. There’s such a wonderful balance between nervy acidity and dark cassis notes. Intense and powerful. One for the long haul.

There’s a delicacy of fruit to this Crozes-Hermitage. Lots of red berries and liquorice, with a lovely balance of purity and power. Excellent for the price.

From the north of the appellation, with 3% Viognier in the blend, this is a real Syrah lover’s wine. Very mineral, with tension and purity, it’s so stony on the finish.

From old ‘serine’ clones of the Syrah grape including a plot of 60 year old vines in Chavanay, where the cellar is located. This is deep and intense, with lovely grip on the finish.