Le Bois des Dentelles, Cotes du Rhone Villages Plan de Dieu, France 2023

David Gaugué's tiny 1 hectare estate sits in the shadow of the Dentelles de Montmirail (pictured) in Plan de Dieu – a small appellation in between Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Gigondas in the Southern Rhône.

The estate is organically certified and the crop hand harvested by David, his family and friends.

His 2023 is unfiltered and unfined to avoid stripping the wine of any character so it might throw a tiny deposit, but as a result, the juice itself absolutely sings – it's incredibly vibrant with juicy red fruit, a lovely freshness and delicate herbal notes from the garrigue that covers the hills in the area.

It is so good at the moment with its youthful fruitiness and ripe tannins but it will develop well, so you could always hang on to a few bottles and see how it matures over the next 3 – 4 years.

N.B. The wine is in stock and will be delivered within 5 working days of ordering.

For an overview of what the Rhône Valley is all about, take a look at my blog by clicking here.

"A succulent, juicy and bright red blend of Grenache and Mourvèdre. Aromas of cherries, wild berries, wet stones and mild spices follow through to a medium body with velvety tannins and texture. Delicious, succulent berries at the centre and a salivating, refreshing finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now." - 91 points. James Suckling.