Famille Perrin Cotes du Rhone Reserve Rouge 2023 HALF Bottle (37.5cl)

Description This is a great everyday red from the Rhone Valley, made from 40% Grenache, 40% Mourvèdre and 20% Syrah, almost exclusively from the Grand Prébois vineyards. This is full of fruit and very versatile, for a party, a BBQ or the table! From the Perrin family, makers of Chateau Beaucastel too. TASTING NOTE: An attractive, medium to deep red colour. On the nose: Aromas are fresh and fruity, with cranberry and strawberry scent, followed by a hint of pepper and wild herb. On the palate: Medium-bodied, less full than a Chateauneuf-du-Pape for example, and has smooth, almost velvety tannins. It’s juicy and extremely well-balanced, with a long finish of blackberries, plums and herbs. It’s not an especially complicated wine, with its beauty being lovely berry fruit, midweight and a juicy, moreish nature! 13.5% alcohol. FOOD PAIRING, STORING AND SERVICE: This is a juicy, succulent red that is perfect on its own and can easily please a crowd at a party, given its smooth, fruity nature. Try it alongside barbecued chicken thighs. For a particular food-pairing idea, try this wine with lamb kebabs and couscous salad. It’s drinking well now but will keep till the end of 2026 with ease, no need to decant. ABOUT: Famille Perrin is a leading organic wine company from France’s Rhone Valley. It’s a family company; the Perrins have been owners of the famous Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape since 1909. Jean-Pierre, Francois, Marc, Pierre and Thomas Perrin have some of the best vineyard terroirs across the Rhone Valley, both in the northern and southern parts from where this wine is made. They also have an estate in Paso Robles, California, and are partners in the Brad Pitt-owned Chateau Miraval in Provence