🍷 Northern Rhône Explained: Syrah, Viognier & the Appellations You Need to Know
From the granite slopes of Côte-Rôtie to the sun-drenched terraces of Hermitage, the Northern Rhône is home to some of the most compelling — and most underrated — wines in France.
In this video, we cover:
✔️ Why the Northern Rhône is all about Syrah — and how different it tastes here
✔️ The key appellations: Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Château-Grillet, St-Joseph, Crozes-Hermitage, Hermitage & Cornas
✔️ What makes each appellation distinct — soils, slopes, and style
✔️ The role of Viognier in the Northern Rhône — including why it’s sometimes blended with red wine
✔️ The producers and labels worth seeking out
Whether you’re exploring French wine for the first time or deepening your knowledge of the Rhône Valley, this is your guide to one of the world’s great wine regions.
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