Domaine des Romarins

Southern Rhône is a wide expanse of rolling hills and sub-valleys south of Valence all the way to Avignon and beyond. As high as 95% of Rhône wine – 75% of which is red – is made here from over 30 different grapes: but Grenache holds sway, mostly in the original Grenache-SyrahMourvèdre (GSM) blends. The overall Mediterranean climate ensures the wines have ripe-fruit generosity, round tannins, generous alcohol and body and are very consumer friendly. In consumer perceptions, the style of these wines can be described as “bridging” – ripe and generous, this makes them an excellent entry point to Europe for a New World fan, while their European structure and discipline retains their appeal to an Old World palate. The provenance and, correspondingly, the qualitypyramid here goes from regional level: Côtes du Rhône, to Côtes du Rhône-Villages, then a Village with a specific name, for example CdRVillages Laudun, and finally to singly named crus, such as Gigondas.

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A vibrant Southern Rhône blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan. This unoaked blend is bright and fragrant with ripe red and dark aromas. Earthy, savoury undertones add interest giving this red a slightly more serious profile. The palate is juicy and rounded, though it gives way to a firm tannic edge on the finish. 2023-2026– jb

14.5%

Raspberry, dark plum, savoury, earthy

Cranberry, cassis, dried herbs

Gigot d’agneau aux herbes

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The vineyard plateau of Signargues is covered by the same large, rounded stones as commonly found in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. These white, rocky soils reflect the sun’s heat back up into the vines maximizing ripening. This Grenache-Syrah-Mourvèdre blend features ripe dark fruit, eau-de-vie and violet aromas. The palate is bold and very grippy, with a firm, dry finish. 2024-2028–jb

15%

Violet, plum, kirsch, pepper

Black cherry, dark chocolate, bitter herbs

Roast partridge with a dark fruit compote