Domaine Gerin Côte-Rôtie Champin le Seigneur 2023 Winemaker_Nigel Ludlow As an outsider to the

As an outsider to the Languedoc

I Filari Toscana Cabernet Franc 2021 - Federico uses every trick in the luxury winemaking book to make this taste sensational - think inky graphite nose

Roero in comparison is more mountainous

Fixin is a real hidden gem in Burgundy - like Marsannay

Domaine Gerin Côte-Rôtie Champin le Seigneur 2023 Winemaker_Nigel Ludlow As an outsider to theFor a short two kilometre stretch where the Rhne river turns a sharp right at Vienne, youll find the dramatic vineyards of Cte Rtie carved into steep terraces of granite and slate. The vineyards face south east, avoiding the late afternoon burn from the sun, and the steep slopes ensure maximum exposure for the grapes. Its breathtaking. Then you taste the wines, and wonder how on earth they can deliver such colour, power and complexity, at just 13%