Château de Trinquevedel
Guillaume Demoulin is the fourth generation of his family to farm the beautiful vineyards of Château
Côtes du Rhône is a wine-growing region in the Rhône Valley of southern France. It is the second largest appellation contrôlée in France, after Bordeaux, and is known for its diverse collection of vineyards and wineries producing a wide variety of wine styles.
Côtes du Rhône wines are typically a blend of several grape varieties, with Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre being the most common for reds, and Viognier, Marsanne, and Roussanne being popular for whites. The wines are often robust and spicy, with fruit-forward flavors and medium to high levels of tannins and acidity.
The region is divided into two sections: the North and South. The Northern Rhône produces mainly Syrah-based red wines and Viognier-based white wines, while the Southern Rhône, which is much larger and hotter, produces a wider range of wines from a larger number of grape varieties, with Grenache usually playing a dominant role in the red blends.
In terms of classification, the region has a three-tier quality hierarchy: Côtes du Rhône, a general appellation for wines from any part of the Rhône Valley; Côtes du Rhône Villages, a step up in quality, usually produced in specific village areas with stricter production rules; and Côtes du Rhône Crus, the highest classification, reserved for the best wines from select vineyard areas, such as Châteauneuf-du-Pape or Gigondas.
Côtes du Rhône wines are often considered great value, offering a balance of quality and affordability. They are versatile and food-friendly, pairing well with a wide range of dishes.
