Côtes du Rhône

Cotes du Rhone AOC is probably one of the most famous appellations in France, gaining fast worldwide recognition and an incredible reputation over the years. Its roots date back to pre-Roman times, and holds some of the richest history of wine growing regions. It was even believed that wines from the Cotes du Rhone right-bank were some of the Kings’ favorite.

In this appellation, only 17 crus are allowed to be recognized by their village name without the mention of Cotes du Rhone on the label. Among these are: Beaumes de Venise AOC, Château-Grillet AOC, Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC, Condrieu AOC, Cornas AOC, Côte-Rôtie AOC, Crozes-Hermitage AOC, Gigondas AOC, Hermitage AOC, Lirac AOC, Rasteau AOC, Saint Joseph AOC, Saint Péray AOC, Tavel AOC, Vacqueyras AOC, Vinsobres AOC, and Cairanne AOC.