François Villard, Côte-Rôtie, Le Gallet Blanc, St-Michel-sur-Rhône, Northern Rhône, France, 2023 (Case) Grüner veltliner Bordering the ‘Richebourg’ and ‘Romanee

Bordering the ‘Richebourg’ and ‘Romanee Saint-Vivant’ Grand Crus to the west

stainless-steel vats and oak barrels

The mid-palate is dry and richly textured

crisp wine with typical Marlborough herbaceous flavours of gooseberry together with celery salt through to a zesty finish

A full-bodied blend imbued with tightly layered tannins giving a velvety texture and notes of blackberry

François Villard, Côte-Rôtie, Le Gallet Blanc, St-Michel-sur-Rhône, Northern Rhône, France, 2023 (Case) Grüner veltliner Bordering the ‘Richebourg’ and ‘RomaneeDeep ruby purple in colour, this wine opens with vibrant aromas of black cherry, blueberry, and hints of violet, olive tapenade, and spice. The palate is smooth and concentrated, delivering dark berry, cola, and subtle liquorice notes with a touch of floral lift. Polished tannins and a spicy, persistent finish complete this elegant, finely balanced Syrah