Le Sillion Côtes du Rhône
The bottle looks much more sophisticated than its price tag, and the contents match. This is a small price to pay for Côtes du Rhône from 30-year-old bush vines on the banks of the Rhône just north of Avignon. With no oak to speak of, the focus is purely on its fruit, with an almost 50% component of grenache providing lively berry fruits, a strong dose of shiraz lending spice and a touch of mourvèdre for dried herb notes and soft, finely textured tannins. A light, refreshing, lunchtime bargain. $10 at WineStar.
By Tyson Stelzer
08 Aug 2013
Tyson Stelzer is a multi-award winning wine writer, television host and producer and international speaker. He was named The International Wine & Spirit Communicator of the Year, The Australian Wine Communicator of the Year and The International Champagne Writer of the Year. He is the author and publisher of seventeen wine books, contributor to many wine magazines, a frequent judge and chair at Australian wine shows and a presenter at wine events in 12 countries. TysonStelzer.com is your link to wine recommendations, book sales, tours and events.
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