Rhône wine: from Syrah to southern sunshine.

No. Côtes du Rhône is a broad regional appellation; Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a separate southern cru with its own boundaries and rules.

Northern Rhône red appellations are closely associated with Syrah. Southern Rhône reds are often Grenache-led blends, although wine styles and local rules vary greatly.

No. Côte-Rôtie red uses Syrah and may include Viognier within the appellation rules. Check the producer for the bottle’s actual blend.

Not by definition. Condrieu is a white wine appellation based on Viognier, often richly aromatic, but aromatics alone do not mean high residual sugar.

They are separate appellations. Crozes-Hermitage covers a much larger surrounding area; the celebrated Hermitage hill has its own designation.

Yes. The AOC produces red and white wines. A white Châteauneuf may use several authorised grapes and can be an interesting match for savoury food.

No. The galets roulés are characteristic of some sites, especially associated with Châteauneuf-du-Pape, but soils vary enormously.

A specifically recognised wine appellation within the Rhône hierarchy, such as Gigondas, Vacqueyras or Côte-Rôtie. A cru designation is not a guarantee of satisfaction.

No. The Rhône has its own rosé appellations and styles, including Tavel and some Côtes du Rhône wines. Provence is a distinct wine-growing area.

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