Hurworth Winetasters

January 2025

Tastings January 2025

A tour along the Rhone

Presented by Chris Bayes

L'Etoile Mourvedre


A pale pink rose from grapes grown on France's southeastern coast.  It features appetising aromas of exotic fruits with citrus notes or grapefruit and blood orange and berry fruit flavours.

Available from Aldi.


TYPE Rose

GRAPE Mourvedre

ABV 12.5%

UNITS 9.4

COUNTRY France


Cote du Rhone


An elegant white wine from the renowned French region.  On the nose, pleasant aromas of stone and dried fruits mingle with notes of white flowers and a touch of citrus.  Beautifully balanced, it delivers a fresh and complex finish. Pairs well with cheeses and grilled meats.


Available from Aldi.


TYPE White

GRAPE Various

ABV 13.5%

UNITS 10.1

COUNTRY France


Perrin Luberon Blanc Le Triangle D'Or


Unique Provence Blanc from one of the region's most prestigious family-run estates.  The Perrin family, of Chateau de Beaucastel fame, has long been a benchmark for quality in the Rhone Valley with their winemaking prowess dating back five generations.  The grapes for this wine are selected from vineyards in the heart of the Luberon Regional Park, where the unique climate and soils impart a distinctive character to the fruit.  The Perrins' dedication to organic viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques is reflected in the flavours of their wine, a true expression of Provence's terroir.  This is textbook Blanc.  Crisp and aromatic with notes of white flowers, citrus and a touch of stone fruit.  Enjoy with grilled vegetables, seafood or light salads.


Available from Majestic.


TYPE White

GRAPE Grenache Blanc

ABV 13%

UNITS 9.8

COUNTRY France


Taste the Difference Cote du Ventoux


This wine envelops you in a warming embrace - juicy raspberries meet aromatic spice and finish with a silky elegance. The Ventoux appellation in the Southern Rhône is named after the famous Mount Ventoux which towers over the surrounding landscape. Here the Mediterranean sun is tempered by the cooling effects of the mountain, so producing supremely elegant wines. These grapes were grown in a UNESCO Global Geopark which combines conservation and sustainability. Well balanced with a nice structure, this wine is excellent with pan fried duck breast. 


Available from Sainsbury's.


TYPE Red

GRAPE Geanache and Syrah

ABV 14.5%

UNITS 10.9

COUNTRY France


Leon Perdigal Lirac


Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s Ogier winery was founded in 1859. Since then, they’ve established themselves as one of the leading producers of the Rhône Valley. Léon Perdigal was the estate’s very first Cellar Master, and his reputation for exacting standards is honoured in this namesake label. Lirac is on the opposite side of the Rhône River to Châteauneuf-du-Pape. You’ll find your money stretches further here, since the region is not as well known as its world-famous neighbour. Léon Perdigal Cotes du Rhône has long been a wine rack staple for many Majestic customers. So this Châteauneuf alternative is certain to be a hit. A traditional blend of mostly Grenache and Syrah, it has bold flavours of forest fruits and spice. Its richness and silky texture will pair perfectly with meaty dishes, like braised beef and mash.


Available from Majestic.


TYPE Red

GRAPE Grenache

ABV 14.5%

UNITS 10.19

COUNTRY France



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