Gigondas is a slice of winey heaven 90 minutes north of Marseilles in the Southern Rhône where the Grenache is bold, rich and elegant. Santa Duc takes Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah and Cinsault from various places in the sub-region to shape a wine that simultaneously speaks to the area, and the Domaine’s interpretation.

Santa Duc Gigondas Aux Lieux Dits 2021

There’s a little warmth to this wine but it still has finesse. Is Chateauneuf du Pape the ultimate steak/gifting wine? People who haven’t had the pleasure never forget their first glass.

Chateau de la Font du Loup Chateauneuf du Pape Signature 2022

From the northern tip of Southern Rhône. Has a bright tension, but also some soily notes and a handful of black fruits. Expect some saline-laced acidity and loving every drop!

Domaine la Guicharde Cotes Du Rhone Pur Rouge 2022

Ripe, textural and summery, they seem to have bottled early December. All those delicious afternoons that come with cantaloupe, stone fruit and an enriched freshness. A brilliant gift for the Gris-Chardonnay lovers in your life.

Domaine La Florane A Fleur Blanc White Blend 2023

Gorgeously slurpy and earthy, and full of concentrated savoury edges and punchy flavours. These are the wines that inspire a period where only French wines are good enough. You might even book some flights.

Domaine La Florane Côtes du Rhône Grenache 2022

An annual favourite. If you’re reading this pick up the bottle before someone else does. Amazing with the special steaks you buy occasionally, It’s a bottle that impresses. Especially for the money. Think salted plum, fanning pepper and fine tannins, all floating down from the sky like some divine gift.

Domaine Les Genestas Cave D Estezargues Côtes du Rhône 2023

One of our most reliably loved, southern Rhône producers. Each bottle makes dinner a little more chic and adds some earthy spice and a juicy handful of cranberries, blood plums, cherries, and blue fruits. It’s bold in flavour but kept sensible with tannin.