FRANCE - COTES DU RHONE
LES VIGNERONS DES 4 CHEMINS...................................................................................... ..... ..www.vignerons4chemins.com
A dynamic co-operative with a burgeoning reputation for good value and quality across its developing range of wines, Les Vignerons des 4 Chemins controls a cluster of long established domaines occupying over 900 hectares of vineyards which benefit from a superb Mediterranean climate of high summer temperatures and the Mistral wind. The combination of distinctive terroir and generous sun exposure is responsible for the powerful but well balanced wines for which this wonderful region is best known. The vineyards date back to Roman times but it was not until 1955 that large parts of the area were extensively replanted with grape varieties such as Syrah, Grenache and Cinsault, all of which are used to telling effect in the 4 Chemins portfolio.
Recent awards in major international wine shows confirm that this is a winery in the ascendant. In addition to the lovely entry level Sabran wines and their great Cotes du Rhone Baronnie wines, 4 Chemins offer excellent mid range value in the form of the impressive Laudun wines and a quite brilliant top cuvee in the impressive Clandestina, one of the best wines we have tasted this year.
Sabran Sauvignon Blanc 2009
Pale straw in colour with green hints, this classic Sauvignon has aromas of tropical fruit and citrus on the nose. The palate reveals fresh gooseberry notes with a touch of lime and mouth-watering acidity leading to a long dry finish.
An invigorating and uplifting aperitif, this elegant white is also a great partner to simple fish or chicken dishes.
Sabran Chardonnay 2009
A bright and vibrant Chardonnay from the Rhone Valley. This wine displays hints of apple, melon and pineapple on the nose leading to a complex palate of fresh white fruit, citrus and a deliciously dry finish.
Perfect as an aperitif or with a wide variety of dishes from chicken to fish.
Sabran Rose 2009
Pale cerise in colour with a nose of redcurrants and summer fruits. This enjoyable pink has good acidity to complement the array of red cherry and raspberry fruits on the palate.
Serve chilled this rose makes an excellent aperitif and is also a versatile food wine. It's great match for salads and pasta dishes and is also surprisingly good with spicy food!
Sabran Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
The wine exhibits a deep purple hue and a nose of dark berry fruits. The palate is full of ripe blackcurrant and a hint of cassis with soft tannins and a lingering smooth finish.
This alluring red will make the perfect accompaniment to red meat dishes.
Baronnie de Sabran Cotes du Rhone Blanc 2009
Pale green in hue with silvery hints, on the nose this lovely wine expresses scents of pineapple and mango. It's a fresh, zingy wine that really sings on the palate.
Great with sushi, duck or fish.
Baronnie de Sabran Cotes du Rhone Rouge 2008
A clear garnet colour with aromas of blackcurrant and raspberry followed by hints of cedar wood. A long finish and palate harmonised with pulpy tannins.
Domaine des Matassieres Cotes du Rhone Village Blanc 2009
A light gold colour and offering a harmonious nose with scents of aniseed and citrus: rounded and long finish.
Domaine des Matassieres Cotes du Rhone Village Rouge 2008
This well-structured wine is deep purple in hue with strong hints of cherry and fig on the nose.
Full-bodied and aromatic, it has good mouthfeel and weight with a strong finish complemented by judicious control of tannins.
Laudun 'Le Bois des Sens' Cotes du Rhone Villages Blanc 2008
Complex nose of white pears and hawthorn.
Lively and straightforward in the mouth with an aromatic range of several fruit sensations which follow one another successfully to deliver an invigorating finish.
Laudun 'Le Bois des Sens' Cotes du Rhone Villages Rouge 2006
Deep and bright colour, rich and developed on the nose. Strong tannic support completed by an outstanding aromatic complexity of red fruits. Fat and round with a spicy finish.
Clandestina 2006
Superbly complex wine with great structure and length of flavour. Hand-picked grapes and limited production.
Lords Wines Unit 8 Valley Court Sanderson Way Middlewich Cheshire CW10 0GF