This dark, autumnal rosé is a beacon of tradition in a sea of paler styles.

If there were a Hall of Fame for French bistro reds, Poignée would be a first-ballot inductee—vibrant and classy, it’s the southern France counterpart to our favorite Morgons.

This Gigondas—densely concentrated and deeply opaque—is more refined than meets the eye.

This lovely Muscat is full of fresh honeysuckle and ripe citrus fruit.

Clos La Roquète’s blanc is luscious, yet finishes nice and dry with striking acidity.

The palate is dense and ripe, yet wonderfully smooth and elegant. Racines seems to tap into the history of Les Pallières, the prestige and the high-toned elegance.

Brambly, rustic, savory, and joyous, this is as perfect a house red from the Rhône as you’ll find.

Elevation and abundant limestone combine to give taut, high-toned wines with delicate floral aromas and stimulating mineral freshness.

Leydiers at Domaine de Durban are particularly proud of their Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise, a vin doux naturel, as they are among the last to craft it in the traditional style.

Dark-fruited, with fresh acidity and stony tannins, it’s about as versatile as reds come from the south of France.