2023 CÔTES DU RHÔNE Domaine de Cristia, Lea & Sandeman

CÔTES DU RHÔNE

2023 Domaine de Cristia

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Grapes Grenache
Colour Red
Origin France, Rhône
Other Certified Organic
District Southern Rhône
ABV 15.4%

2023 CÔTES DU RHÔNE Domaine de Cristia - Nice sweet floral nose, raspberry & strawberry notes, soft and juicy, bright and floral, a nice touch of spice, nice concentration, a cracking Cotes du Rhone that will be great over the next 3-5 years. L&S (Oct 2024)

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Domaine de Cristia

Based around Courthezon and taking the name from the lieu dit 'Cristia', Domaine de Cristia was established by Etienne Grangeon in the early 1950s with just two hectares of Grenache. His son Alain joined the domaine in the 1960s. It was Alain who slowly started to increase the vineyard holdings and plant Syrah & Mourvèdre to complement the Grenache that makes up the majority of the estate.

Today the estate is in the very capable hands of Etienne's grandchildren, Baptiste, Dominique and Florent, who joined in 1999. They have nearly 19 hectares based mainly in the sandy soils around Courthezon. All the vineyards have been certified since 2008, with a biodynamic approach also being followed.

The vineyards are mainly northeast facing so benefit from not getting too much hot sun during the early part of the day, with the sandy soils lending freshness and elegance that is the hallmark of their cuvées.

Bonfire Night: Mixed Case offer

Light up the night with our new 6-bottle case, perfectly curated for an evening of fireworks, sparklers, and cosy gatherings. We’ve chosen the ultimate selection to match every moment of Bonfire Night, from the first celebratory pop to the warmth of the roaring fire.
For the Sparkle: Begin the celebration with a trio of exceptional grower Champagnes. Pop the cork on the vibrant and fruity Cuvée 1629 from Mathieu-Nicolas, enjoy the rich, full-bodied 100% Pinot Noir Gonet-Médeville Blanc de Noirs, and savour the poise and elegance of the Marc Hébrart Selection Extra Brut.
For the Fire: As the evening draws in, settle in with two perfect warming reds. The organic Domaine de Cristia Côtes du Rhône is a juicy, spicy Grenache that’s the ideal companion for smoky sausages. From South Africa's cool-climate Elgin, the Moya Meaker Pinot Noir (named for a former Miss South Africa) offers beautiful, earthy elegance to sip as you watch the embers glow.
For the Crisp Air: To cut through the chill—and a sticky piece of Parkin—we’ve included a stunning Chenin Blanc from Loire rising star Vanessa Cherruau at Château de Plaisance. It’s a beautifully textured, organic white with a crisp, saline finish that is as refreshing as the cool autumn air.

CÔTES DU RHÔNE Mixed Case

A fantastic introduction to the wines of Rhone Valley. From the spice of the Syrah to the soft fruit of the Grenache to the perfumed aromas of Viognier, this is a great selection of winter warming wines or with a rack of lamb on the BBQ in the Summer.

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