This small parcel has a fruit-forward, approachable style, yet with intense spice and licorice in there as well, perhaps from the deep-rooted old Syrah vines.

Exuberant, dark-fruited aromatics melding with earthy undertones of bitter cacao. Delicious now, or mind-melting in ten years.

With a nose of gunflint and suave Marsanne fruit, it has length and finesse; extremely limited availability

Majestically dark and brooding Cornas, layered with aromas of herbs and mint. Extremely limited availability

The kind of Saint-Jo to dig into right away: smoky, layered, lush, and laced with violet, bay leaf, and black olive.

If you want to experience classic flavors of northern Rhône Syrah, here is a textbook example.

November Club Chevalier ~ Made from six vineyards that, when blended, showcase the whole of the Côte Rôtie appellation.

This juicy, blueberry-and-leather-infused Syrah with a long finish is ready to drink tonight.

From vines that are more than eighty years old comes this Marsanne with magnificent floral, pit fruit, and bitter notes.

Yearning for northern Rhône magic? Here you go. Pull a cork or more and see what I mean.