Côtes du Rhône is a beloved brand among casual wine drinkers in both the UK and the US. It’s a mid-week mainstay. But as a Decanter Premium subscriber, your relationship with wine is likely to be rather more than casual… Are Côtes du Rhône wines really worth your attention?
Some, definitely. Just as a revered appellation can elevate the value of a wine, a relatively lowly one can hold prices back. So when top estates bottle wines as Côtes du Rhône, they’re often sold at a fraction of the price of their top cuvées.
Scroll down to see tasting notes and scores for 30 premium Côtes du Rhône wines
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Matt Walls’ top picks: 30 premium Côtes du Rhône wines
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