The Southern Rhône: New releases
The Southern Rhône in 2021 was a smaller-than-usual vintage, producing some charming and elegant wines with more moderate alcohol and brighter acidity than the previous few vintages. As ever, there are some world class wines from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas and Vacqueryas. But don’t overlook the fantastic value in the less-famous regions of Lirac, Ventoux and a few hidden gems from Côtes du Rhône.