2021 Les Courtilles Côtes du Rhône Villages

Les Courtilles is a classic Rhône blend from winemaker Bernard Schurr, 50% Grenache 50% Syrah, this wine is traditionally vinified in open top fermenters and then matured in 2 and 3 year old French oak. Certified Biodynamic.

Bright, plush, fruity and a little spice. Dry on the palate with fine tannins, some chalky texture, lighter oak influences though a touch of vanilla spice and gentle wood smoke.

Interesting: AOC Côtes du Rhône Villages is a step-up in quality from AOC Côtes du Rhône - see the Côtes du Rhône Hierachy explained here:
https://www.virginwines.co.uk/hub/blog/the-cotes-du-rhone-hierarchy-explained