{"title":"Rhône Valley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Rhône Valley is a region of contrast and character, producing wines that range from structured and savoury to generous and full of warmth. Syrah and Grenache lead the way, offering depth, spice, and a strong sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2022-domaine-de-marcoux-cotes-du-rhone-rouge","title":"2022 Domaine de Marcoux Côtes-du-Rhône Rouge","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarcoux’s silky and perfumed Côtes-du-Rhône is drawn from two small, biodynamically farmed parcels of old vines on the edge of the Châteauneuf vineyards in the northern sector near Orange. There’s one hectare at Maucoil (planted in the 1930s) and another at Boislauzon (planted in 1965). The grapes are sorted both in the vineyard and cellar—not all Côtes du Rhône is created equal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis year's blend is the traditional mix of 80% Grenache with a balance of Syrah, Mourvèdre and a little Cinsault. The harvesting is always done by hand, and fermentation takes place in cement tanks with wild yeast. It has more power and texture than last year’s wine, alongside plenty of perfume, pretty, ripe red and fruits and fine length. In other words, it is a cut above and a delicious introduction to the domaine’s wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Marcoux","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45266258460921,"sku":"","price":62.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2650\/0856\/files\/ProductImage_5f8b8a9d-df39-4f2b-9df9-2f0b65be9ff1.png?v=1719910646"},{"product_id":"2023-chateau-gigognan-cotes-du-rhone-rouge","title":"2023 Chateau Gigognan Côtes du Rhône Rouge","description":"\u003ch5 style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout The Wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eA good classic from the southern part of the Rhone Valley known for the dominant Grenache varietal. Beautifully defined aromas of ripe berries and dried Provençal herbs. Soft, juicy and easy upfront, the palate unfolds elegantly with notes of fresh tobacco, red berries and underbrush. The finish goes on and on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout Chateau Gigognan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eSituated at the heart of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/actofwine.com.au\/collections\/rhone-valley\" title=\"Explore wine from Rhone Valley\"\u003eRhône Valley\u003c\/a\u003e, close to the famous papal city of Avignon, Château \u003cspan data-markjs=\"true\" class=\"outlook-search-highlight\"\u003eGigognan\u003c\/span\u003e encompasses vines in a landscape of rolling hills, parasol pines, olive trees and pebbles. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe wines are made, aged and bottled on site. \u003cspan data-markjs=\"true\" class=\"outlook-search-highlight\"\u003eGigognan\u003c\/span\u003eharvests low yields and places special emphasis on each individual vineyard and the specific grape varieties grown there. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe soil ranges from sand and limestoneto the rocky soils studded with galets so common in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eQuality and environmental responsibility are the driving forces behind the estate, which sees each vine managed with respect and in line with the natural rhythms of the terroir. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe vineyard is worked with thoroughness and precision on a daily basis, as shown, for example, by the cereals grown between the rows of vines to offer them a protective cover of vegetation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSnapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #1f2124;\"\u003eRegion: Rhone Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #1f2124;\"\u003eCountry: France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAlcohol: 14.5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #1f2124;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eVintage: 2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eSize: 750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #1f2124;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eClosure: Cork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #1f2124;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eVarieties: Grenache, Mourvedre, Shiraz, Cinsault\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #1f2124;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/actofwine.com.au\/collections\/france\" title=\"Buy French Wine Online\"\u003eExplore our French Wine collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/actofwine.com.au\/collections\/grenache\" title=\"Buy Grenache Wine Online\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eExplore our Grenache Wine collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Chateau Gigognan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46715773747449,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2650\/0856\/files\/ProductImage_19c69ebf-3327-42a2-b141-787432004663.png?v=1728029145"},{"product_id":"2022-domaine-duseigneur-lirac-antares","title":"2022 Domaine Duseigneur Lirac 'Antares'","description":"\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAbout The Wine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely Southern Rhone that punches well above its weight. A elegant perfumed nose with black fruit, red berries, leather and tobacco on the palate. Held together with rich but soft tannins. Definitely worth a decant if you have the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout Domaine Duseigneur\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Duseigneur family relocated to the Rhone Valley in the 1960’s from Algeria with great ambition. The patriarch Jean taking over some abandoned plots in the Lirac. Farming organically happened unintentionally as the family could not afford to purchase chemicals when they first started farming the land, this reason and the use of traditional farming methods led to a natural growth in health for \u0026amp;nbsp;the vineyard. Now under the Stewardship of Jean’s son Bernard Duseigneur, the Domaine is home to 28ha of grapes with 9 hectares in Chateau Neuf du Pape. In 2022 the Domaine began practicing biodynamic techniques, gaining Ecocert certification three years later. Domaine Duseigneur’s mission statement is ‘To receive and to pass on’ and follow the statement they do. Whether it be through the receiving of the aged vines ranging from 50-135 years old or the biodynamic practices that will allow the vineyards to be passed on for many generations to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSnapshot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Chateauneuf du Pape, Rhone Valley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry: France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol: 15%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 750ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosure: Cork under seal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarieties: Grenache \u0026amp; Mourvedre\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Duseigneur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47133764387065,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2650\/0856\/files\/Bottle_Image_18cc07ed-c590-4ce7-8afe-65e686a05658.jpg?v=1766462324"},{"product_id":"2023-boutinot-les-coteaux-cotes-du-rhone","title":"2023 Boutinot 'Les Coteaux' Côtes du Rhône","description":"\u003ch5 class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-efd4ba5d43eb6d53553ec5777f6d7014\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAbout the Wine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a4e3ddc531c430876a2cf5904fa001c3\"\u003eAn assemblage of Grenache Noir and Syrah from villages of the Southern Rhone Valley. Part of the this blend comes from the highly regarded classified villages of Sablet, Séguret and Cairanne that have vinified in oak alongside lighter, unwooded styles from Cote du Rhone Village sites. Its then aged for 22 months in a combination of tank, seasoned and new oak \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ebefore release. The careful use of oak adds texture, structure and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout Boutinot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoutinot had been making wine from these vineyards for some time when the opportunity arose to buy the vineyards from the previous owner. Now with some inspiring plots around Cairanne with some amazing old vines, some up to 50 years old they began completely upgrading the winery to try to create some of the best expressions of Cairanne and the neighbouring classified villages using traditional techniques. Open top ferment vats, basket press and a host of larger wood casks for elevage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSnapshot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCôtes du Rhône\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry: France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 750ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosure: Cork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarieties: Grenache Noir, Syrah\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/actofwine.com.au\/collections\/grenache\" title=\"Buy Grenache Wine online\"\u003eExplore our Grenache collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/actofwine.com.au\/collections\/france\" title=\"Buy French Wine Online\"\u003eExplore our French Wine collection\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Boutinot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47175463895289,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2650\/0856\/files\/ProductImage_d86c75ec-a5ec-4cf7-a280-a35832a734da.png?v=1747288541"},{"product_id":"2019-chateau-gigognan-cardinalice-chateauneuf-du-pape","title":"2019 Château Gigognan 'Cardinalice' Châteauneuf-Du-Pape","description":"\u003ch5 style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout The Wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exceptional cuvée is elaborated from a selection of old Grenache vines. The winemaking, thanks to the use of stems and gentle extraction, reflects the noble aspect of our work: an explosive bouquet with gentle and feminine aromas (floral notes of rose, small seeded fruits), with a smooth and soft sensation on the palate. Cardinalice is an aerial wine, full of fragrance, surprising by its finesse and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing temperature between 16-18°Cs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManual harvest with strict sorting in both the vineyard and the cellar. Partially-destemmed grapes with incorporation of whole bunches, fermentation in a temperature-controlled concrete vat, extraction mastered by successive pump-overs and cap-punching. Final hot maceration for 2-3 weeks. Malolactic fermentation in the vat, then ageing in large oak vats called 'foudres'.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout Chateau Gigognan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eSituated at the heart of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/actofwine.com.au\/collections\/rhone-valley\" title=\"Shop Rhone Valley wines\"\u003eRhône Valley\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/actofwine.com.au\/collections\/rhone-valley\" title=\"Explore wine from Rhone Valley\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, close to the famous papal city of Avignon, Château \u003cspan data-markjs=\"true\" class=\"outlook-search-highlight\"\u003eGigognan\u003c\/span\u003e encompasses vines in a landscape of rolling hills, parasol pines, olive trees and pebbles. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe wines are made, aged and bottled on site. \u003cspan data-markjs=\"true\" class=\"outlook-search-highlight\"\u003eGigognan\u003c\/span\u003eharvests low yields and places special emphasis on each individual vineyard and the specific grape varieties grown there. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe soil ranges from sand and limestoneto the rocky soils studded with galets so common in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eQuality and environmental responsibility are the driving forces behind the estate, which sees each vine managed with respect and in line with the natural rhythms of the terroir. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe vineyard is worked with thoroughness and precision on a daily basis, as shown, for example, by the cereals grown between the rows of vines to offer them a protective cover of vegetation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSnapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #1f2124;\"\u003eRegion: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eChateauneuf du Pape\u003c\/span\u003e, Southern Rhone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #1f2124;\"\u003eCountry: France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAlcohol: 15.5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; 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font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eExplore our Grenache Wine collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Chateau Gigognan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48307656491257,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2650\/0856\/files\/Bottle_Image_0743128c-af69-4481-8751-4f1026c8b8f1.jpg?v=1776760810"},{"product_id":"2019-domaine-clusel-roch-cote-rotie-la-vialliere","title":"2019 Domaine Clusel-Roch Côte-Rôtie 'La Viallière'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout The Wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e\"Deep violet color. A hugely perfumed bouquet evokes ripe, mineral-accented black and blue fruits, licorice, exotic spices and smoky bacon. Offers deeply concentrated yet lively dark berry, kirsch, star anise and candied violet flavors that show excellent clarity and back-end thrust. The mineral and floral notes drive an impressively long and detailed finish that is given shape by steadily building, well-judged tannins.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - \u003c\/strong\u003eJosh Raynolds, vinous.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAbout Domaine Clusel-Roch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in the 1940s and now led by Gilbert Clusel, Brigitte Roch and their son Guillaume, Domaine Clusel-Roch is one of Côte-Rôtie’s benchmark family estates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe domaine has championed organic farming since 1990 and has been certified biodynamic since 2002, with all vineyard work carried out by hand on the steep schist slopes of the Côte Brune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate’s story is closely tied to René Clusel, who began bottling wines from the famed Les Grandes Places vineyard in 1969. 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