Winery: Domaine Boutinot Rhône
Style: Red Wine
Grape variety: 80% Grenache, 20% Syrah
Size: 750ml
Origin: Rhone Valley, France
ABV: 14%
Each vintage, from our base in Cairanne, we are able to select exceptional Grenache and Syrah from the best Côtes du Rhône Villages to make Les Coteaux, which we then enrich with classified wine from Séguret and Sablet.
In a Nutshell:
Rich and ripe, this Côtes du Rhône is packed with dark bramble fruit and a whisper of warm spice, finishing smooth and well-rounded.
The Lowdown:
Domaine Boutinot has a knack for finding great parcels of fruit, and this blend from across the 17 Côtes du Rhône Villages is a perfect example. Mostly Grenache with a touch of Syrah, it's seen just a little oak, keeping everything balanced and approachable. Blackberries and hedgerow fruit lead the way, with hints of liquorice and a pinch of black pepper. Medium-bodied yet surprisingly rich, it has a silky texture and a subtle note of dried herbs. A wine that effortlessly captures the character of the southern Rhône.
The Producer:
Domaine Boutinot Rhône isn't your classic wine estate with generations of gnarled vines and weathered chateaux. Founded by the ever-energetic Paul Boutinot, they've got a knack for sniffing out exceptional plots, collaborating with local growers, and coaxing top-notch wines out of classic appellations. Their philosophy hinges on finding the sweet spot - wines that capture the soul of the Rhône with its sun-soaked fruit and peppery spice, but with a finesse that makes them more than just gulpable crowd-pleasers. They're masters of blending, weaving together different villages and grape varieties to create wines of surprising depth and complexity. They might not have the centuries-old pedigree, but they've got more than enough energy and expertise to make up for it.
When to Drink:
Great with lamb stew, beef casserole, or a tray of roasted root veg - the rich bramble fruit and hint of spice make it a proper match for cosy, comforting dishes.
Must be at least 18 years old & over to purchase.
