Rhône Grenache Blend

Château Rayas

Réservé Châteauneuf-du-Pape Grenache Blend 2008

Rayas 08 exceeded my expectations — it was in great condition. We decanted it at 3 PM and started drinking at 7 PM. In the first phase, it showed sweet red fruit notes. In the second phase, herbal/vegetal notes emerged. In the third phase, a cooling mintiness appeared.

This bottle wasn't as explosively aromatic as the 07 I opened last time — that 07, after two hours of decanting, unleashed an incredibly rich and enchanting floral bouquet. It was like the scent of a garden transitioning from summer into autumn — grand and opulent, with a hint of fading beauty. Notes of black cherry, rose, and blood orange intertwined, and the aromas kept evolving over time — garrigue, incense — complex and alluring, with a grand structure and a rich, round palate.

The 08, on the other hand, feels more like a refined lady from a scholarly family — graceful, gentle, intellectual, with no aggressive edge.
— 5 hours ago

Château La Nerthe

Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend 2024

Very fresh. Nice fruit and finish. — 19 hours ago

Bieler Père et Fils

Sabine Aix en Provence Rosé Blend 2024

Bold, fruity, with a tinge of acidity. Not too sweet — 17 days ago

Domaine Tempier

Bandol Rosé Blend 2022

Ming L
9.1

Aromas of strawberry, pomelo, watermelon, rose petal, sea breeze, and hint of thyme. The palate adds additional red berries, citrus, and faint earthy notes. Medium body that is nicely textured. Fresh yet round acidity. There is off-dry sensation on the otherwise slightly savory medium finish.

Lovely but pricy rose.
— a month ago

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Somm David T

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I would say in many cases, the gold standard for Provence rosés. A property my wife & I visited in 2015.
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That must be a great visit @Somm David T ! What do you think of Domaine Ott?
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Solid producer.

M. Chapoutier

Belleruche Côtes-du-Rhône Grenache-Syrah Blend

2024 vintage.
Grenache and Syrah blend.
Bright ruby colour.
Medium bodied, spicy, lively and juicy.
Plums, cherries, raspberries and currants with a woodsy, slightly earthy and a white pepper finish.
— 2 months ago

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Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe

Télégramme Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend 2016

Lovely sweet Grenache based fruit in an excellent vintage. Sweetness is the over riding palate descriptor reflective of the ripe vintage - red currant. A long persistent flavour profile. Telegramme is the second wine of Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe. — 24 days ago

Shay, Ray and 13 others liked this

Domaine du Pegau

Cuvée Réservé Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend 2022

2022 vintage. Medium-heavy body. Needs time/patience but shows pretty well currently if you're out of either/both. 6.3.26. — 23 days ago

Jan, Ruud and 10 others liked this

Château de Trinquevedel

Tavel Grenache Rosé 2024

A classic! Got to love the color on Trinquevedel. Candied apple, watermelon. Great wine, friendly price. — a month ago

R. López de Heredia

Viña Tondonia Reserva Rioja Tempranillo Blend 2012

Nice elegance but too light in weight for the price — 4 days ago

Orin Swift Cellars

Machete Petite Sirah Blend

It was great buy more — a month ago

Château de Beaucastel

Coudoulet de Beaucastel Côtes du Rhône Red Rhône Blend 1998

Fully mature, still shows some primary redfruits, good acidity, longish finish, really a fine CdR!! — 25 days ago

Jim Powers
with Jim
Tom, Dave and 8 others liked this

Domaine Tempier

Bandol Mourvedre Blend 2014

Paul J
9.7

Wow!! This was amazing. PnP. Earth, barnyard mixed with lovely cherry fruit and subtle herbs. Great texture and depth. One of my best bottles of this. Paired great with BBQ. — 6 days ago

Brooke Weaver Jakubowski
with Brooke
Paul and Scott@Mister liked this

Domaine de la Janasse

Vieilles Vignes Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend 2018

Chris Albin
9.1

Beautifully fruity and funky — a month ago

Château Musar

Hochar Père & Fils Bekaa Valley Red Blend 2020

It’s good. Got some earthy funk. Enjoyed Musar for many years now. Really wants to go with something spicy I think. — a month ago

Orin Swift Cellars

Abstract Grenache Blend 2023

Lots going on with this wine. Progression from light to dark fruit to tart, slightly sour finish. Dried cherry, forest floor, acidic. — 2 months ago

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Famille Perrin

Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape Red Rhone Blend

Rod
9.0

2021—too young, so somewhat unbalanced. Will save other bottles. — 2 months ago