Tag: Rhone Valley

Famille Brechet’s Plateau des Chenes: Intro to Lirac

Famille Brechet’s Plateau des Chenes: Intro to Lirac

Lirac is one of the most overlooked and undervalued Crus of Côtes du Rhône producing red, white, and rosé wine. Due to its lack of space and prestige, the prices tend towards the inexpensive side while the quality and taste remain top-notch. These wines are 

Landun from Côtes du Rhône Villages to new AOC

Landun from Côtes du Rhône Villages to new AOC

Nearly 90 years ago, Landun, a small wine-producing village in the Rhone Valley, was recognized as its own appellation. Unfortunately, it receded back under the broad scope of the Cotes du Rhone Villages soon after. While being one of the Cotes du Rhone designated villages