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

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

The greatest southern Saint-Josephs recall the wines of Hermitage, and the greatest northern examples resemble Côte-Rôtie. André’s are certainly among the finest, and always have great density despite their seeming weightlessness and elegant bouquet.

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

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

From high-altitude slopes above the Rhône river, this Syrah exhibits remarkable purity and grace.

The pinnacle of traditional Côte-Rôtie being produced today.

A top site in Condrieu interpreted by one of the appellation’s masters—simply put, one of the greatest expressions of the Viognier grape on earth.

Its ravishing perfume, luxurious body and texture, and unique abilities at table endow this Condrieu with a special place in the connoisseur’s cellar.

Irresistible notes of black olive, succulent black cherries, and spices