Brilliant violet. A heady, expansive bouquet evokes black raspberry and mulberry preserves, incense, potpourri and smoky minerals. Concentrated, palate-staining red and dark berry liqueur flavours are energized by vibrant mineral and spice qualities that gain strength with air. Delivers a striking combination of power and finesse, with no rough edges. Closes on a subtle tannic note, with outstanding focus and mineral cut, leaving a juicy red berry note behind. 93-95 points - Josh Raynolds, Vinous (1500ml)

Jamet Côte-Rôtie 2014

Dusty sweet plums with a nice open style that’s grounded by a little ashy, flinty tannin, but still soft and juicy despite its weight. Fermented in concrete and some used oak to help lift the aromatic red fruits and expose a little peppery spice.

Yves Cuilleron à Chavanay Les Vignes d'à Côté Syrah 2021

Violet florals intermingle with savoury aromas, with notes of smoked meats and some olive tapenade that spills onto the palate. Medium to full-bodied, with more olive tapenade, a crack of pepper spice and dark berry fruits met with a clench of savoury tannins that built toward the finish.

Les Vins de Vienne Syrah 2020

Opaque ruby. Vibrant blackberry, cherry, incense, Moroccan spice, potpourri and smoky mineral qualities on the expansive, seductively perfumed nose. Offers vibrant black and blue fruit, spice cake, olive and floral pastille flavours that show bright detail and energetic mineral lift. The floral and spice notes recur strongly on the youthfully gripping finish, which features mounting tannins and lingering smokiness. 97 points - Josh Raynolds, Vinous (1500ml)

Domaine Jamet Côte-Rôtie 2020

Bright purple colour. An exercise in young Syrah – what a nose! High floral tones meld with fresh blueberry, dark cherries, freshly ground black and white pepper, dried herbs, game, smoked bacon and more. The palate shows more fruit and pepper than anything else at this young stage, with remarkable purity and an effortless, fleet-footed intensity. Tightening on the back end, this may well shut down in the near future but it is absolutely delicious now. Waves of fruit and stem structure offer grip and crunch but the tannins are set in harmony with the fruit. Whole bunch is ever-present as a character, but always on the right side of the line and refreshing the riper fruit tones on the long finish. Superb. Drink 2022 – 2045. 19.5+/20 points - Thomas Parker MW, JancisRobinson.com (1500ml)

Domaine Jamet Côte-Rôtie 2019

The 2015 Côte Rôtie was scheduled to be bottled not long after my visit. This is an undeniably great vintage at this address, even if Jean-Paul prefers his 2016s, calling 2015 “too much.” It’s worth pointing out that he thought the same about his 1991, which is a borderline perfect wine today. The 2015 sports a deep ruby/purple colour to go with searing notes of pepper, smoked meats, flowers, and assorted black and blue fruits. With full-bodied richness, a concentrated, thick mid-palate, sweet, yet present tannin, and a huge finish, this is a wine to back up the truck for. A warning, however – it’s not for those looking for instant gratification. 95-97 points - Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com 96. 97. (1500ml)

Domaine Jamet Côte-Rôtie 2015

There is no better way to develop an understanding of the different expressions of the single vineyard sites of Cote Rotie than by tasting from barrel in Jean-Paul Jamet's underground bunker - especially in a vintage like 2016. 'You smell the terroir first in 2016; in 2015, you smell the vintage first,' he says. Whereas his wonderful 2015 has a lush, easy-going charm, the 2016 is more tailored and precise. Moving from Les Lezards to Gerine, then Fongeant, Le Plomb and La Landonne, each barrel has its own marked character. It's clear that this is an elegant vintage, not hugely powerful but detailed and complex. 97 Points - Matt Walls, Decanter (1500ml)

Domaine Jamet Côte-Rôtie 2016

Inky, bright-rimmed ruby. Sexy, mineral-accented aromas of ripe black and blue fruits, candied flowers, olive paste and exotic spices show outstanding clarity and lift. Sweet, pliant and energetic on the palate, offering deeply concentrated raspberry, cherry, cassis and floral pastille flavours that show surprising energy for their heft. A smoky mineral nuance drives the extremely long, youthfully tannic finish, which leaves behind a sexy floral note. All whole clusters. Drink: 2025-2037 96 points - Josh Raynolds, Vinous (1500ml)

Domaine Jamet Côte-Rôtie 2017

This is serving up everything you want from a Marsanne and then some. Apricot kernel, honey and apple blossom, white stone fruit and just a hint of apple pip, with a lovely, full texture and ripple of bright acidity.

Yves Cuilleron à Chavanay Les Vignes d'à Côté Marsanne 2021

François et Fils Côte Rôtie 2020

Organically farmed Côtes du Rhone that ferments with natural yeasts and is unfined and unfiltered. You get some scrub brush and tannin here, but then comes all the silky juniper, pepper and some dark chocolate to give a rich finish. 60% Syrah, 40% Grenache, 100% delicious!

Franck Balthazar Côtes du Rhône 2021

Domaine Pierre Gonon Les Iles Feray Vin de Pays de L'Ardèche Syrah 2020

At age 28 Natacha Chave started her own domain in 2004. She purchased 1.3 hectares of vines in Saint-Joseph in Northern Rhône and just three years later she purchased another 6.5 hectares of old vines in the Crozes-Hermitage. This Syrah echoes the sentiments of the Rhone Valley. Beautifully balanced and just so delicious, with notes of violets, olive, peppery spice and salted plum. Pure fruited and pretty, with just medium tannins adding to its approachability.

Domaine Natacha Chave Aléofane Crozes-Hermitage 2020

It's predominantly Grenache, with the rest made up mostly of Mourvèdre and Syrah, alongside a splash of Counoise and Vaccaresse (southern Rhône natives). Crunchy and bright, with juicy blue berries, a hint of savoury cracked pepper, and a light dusting of sandy tannin.

Mas du Libian Vin de Pétanque 2021

He took over the 2 hectares of family estate from his father in 2002 that were comprised of 50% 100 year and 50% 40-year-old vines. He has since expanded his holdings to 3.5 hectares. His wines offer elegant and expressive examples with an unmistakable sense of place.

Franck Balthazar Cornas Sans Soufre Ajouté 2019

This is a bottle worth seeking out and has been likened to the Domaine's top releases. Truly a delight to behold, this a pure Cornas with red and blue fruits, gentle herbs, iron minerality and some peppery notes. A beautifully medium to full-bodied wine with great aging potential.

Domaine Auguste Clape Cornas Renaissance 2019

Domaine Auguste Clape Cornas 2019

Simon Gastrein Cuvée L'Effrontée 2020

Notes of fresh red fruits and cracked pepper spice meet in this pure and structural expression of the Rhône Valley.

Slope Terra Syrah 2020

Bright aromatics with a touch of Syrah meatiness and showing more Grenache on the palate with crunchy red fruits and some peppery spice. Fruits from predominately organic vineyards and a smattering of sandy tannin make this an energetic wine that we are liking a lot!