Also known as Côtes du Rhône
Syrah on the steep northern slopes, generous Grenache blends in the south.
The Northern Rhône is a narrow gorge of granite terraces where Syrah is king. The Southern Rhône opens into sunny plains of Grenache-based blends, led by Châteauneuf-du-Pape — and backed by excellent-value Côtes du Rhône.
Country
France
Climate
Continental north, Mediterranean south
Key grapes
Syrah, Grenache
Areas to know
9
Sub-regions and appellations you'll see on the label.
Côte-Rôtie
Perfumed Syrah, sometimes co-fermented with Viognier
Hermitage
Monumental Syrah and rich white Marsanne–Roussanne
Crozes-Hermitage & Saint-Joseph
Great-value northern Syrah
Condrieu
Opulent Viognier
Cornas
Dark, wild Syrah
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Up to 13 grapes, sun-baked Grenache
Gigondas & Vacqueyras
Châteauneuf's spicy neighbours
Tavel
France's historic rosé
Côtes du Rhône
Everyday reds, excellent value
Local classics and safe bets.
Say it at the table
“North means Syrah — peppery and savoury. South means Grenache blends — riper, warmer and spicier. Côtes du Rhône is the easy, great-value entry.”
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