One of the most expensive Bordeaux wines - and indeed, one of the priciest anywhere - Le Pin is a surprisingly recent arrival on the global stage, with its first vintage having been produced just decades ago in 1979. Originally priced at a modest 700 francs, the praise garnered by the 1982 vintage propelled Le Pin into the global limelight, with sales from that point on par with - or exceeding - those of First Growth Bordeaux wines. An exotic style of Bordeaux, Le Pin possesses a resplendent, lavish mouth-feel with intensely ripe fruit aromas and hints of smoke on the palate.

The Guigal family owns vineyards in prime locations throughout the Appellations of Côte-Rôtie, Condrieu, Hermitage and Saint-Joseph from where their iconic wines are produced. The Guigal cellars are located in the centre of the town of Ampuis, on the right bank of the Rhône River, about 40 km south of Lyon. The Côtes du Rhône region stretches 200 km from Vienne in the north to Avignon in the south. Côtes-du-Rhône is the workhorse red of the southern Rhône Valley and is blended from up to 13 grape varieties, but usually leans heavily on grenache and syrah (Shiraz). Deep, bright, garnet-red in colour, it is a fresh, crisp wine with small soft fruit and spices. A full-bodied, elegant wine, with mellow tannins, warmth and aromatic intensity.

From the world-famous Chateau de Beaucastel, this medium-bodied, Southern Rhone red is packed with juicy red berry fruits and savoury complexity. Finishing dry, it's a winner with grilled meats.

Maison Tardieu-Laurent was founded in 1994 by Michel Tardieu and Dominique Laurent in the small but beautiful village of Lourmarin in Provence, although today it is completely in the hands of the Tardieu family and is one of the premier wine producers of the Rhone. This is from the famed appellation of Chateauneuf-du Pape and boasts all of the fabulous flavour attributes that this region can offer. The cepage is mourvedre, syrah and grenache. The wine exhibits savoury red fruit, a regional earthiness and hallmark silky tannins. Tardieu-Laurent are regarded as one of the consistenly high performers of the Rhone Valley.

Powerful nose dominated by red fruits and delicate aromas of wood.

Founded in 1834 by Antoine Jaboulet, Paul Jaboulet Aîné is one of the most iconic names in the Rhône Valley. Renowned for its legendary Hermitage La Chapelle, the estate manages vineyards across the Northern Rhône’s most prestigious appellations, including Saint-Péray, Crozes-Hermitage, Cornas, Saint-Joseph, Côte-Rôtie, and Hermitage. Since 2006, under the leadership of Caroline Frey, the estate has focused on a holistic approach to viticulture, resulting in wines of remarkable purity and terroir expression. From the approachable Côtes du Rhône to the iconic Hermitage La Chapelle, Paul Jaboulet Aîné remains a benchmark for the region. Charming and accessible, this 100% Syrah captures the essence of the Northern Rhône with an inviting medley of wild strawberry and brambly blackberry, layered with hints of smoked meat and savory spice. Vinified and aged for 12 months in a combination of oak and stainless steel, it delivers a juicy, well-balanced profile with velvety textures and a clean, refreshing lift. A true testament to the Jaboulet legacy, it is crafted by the same elite team behind Hermitage La Chapelle but offers the immediate, approachable appeal of the Crozes-Hermitage appellation. "