2nd and 3rd top 20 white Rhônes "of the moment" in the July issue of Decanter Magazine
John Livingstone-Learmonth rates the following wines as his 2nd and 3rd top 20 white Rhônes "of the moment" in the July issue of Decanter Magazine:
St Joseph Les Oliviers 09, Domaine Gonon (rated 4 star)
£25 (2008) Vine Trail
Dried fruits and spice nose. Rich-hearted, copious, firm and full. Ideal with white meats, veal and sweetbreads. Drink: 2011-2025. Alc: 14%
St-Péray Les Figuiers 09, Domaine Gripa (rated 4 star)
£23.95 (2008) Vine Trail
Fine, reserved bouquet. Good palate weight and expression. Pretty, long wine. Drink: 2011-2022. Alc: 13.5%