The BEST WINE ROAD TRIP in France? Join me in the Southern Rhône Valley!

Southern Rhone may be the most beautiful wine region in France! Stunning landscapes, quaint villages, ancient geography, and tons of Côtes du Rhône vineyards, all winding along the Rhône River in the South of France. The winemakers have tremendous respect for the land and work hard to preserve its legacy. Join Vince and his friend and local Frenchman, Sarkis, on a road trip through this wonderful wine region while learning about the fresh & fun red, rosé, and white wines of Southern Rhône!

DESCRIPTION: The Southern Rhône Valley in the South of France has some of the most incredible wine history in the world! The Romans cultivated this land thousands of years ago, and the people who work the land now know how special their vineyards are. We start our journey in Avignon, which is the capital of Côtes du Rhône wines, and talk about the geography, Mediterranean climate, and how the Rhône River helps the region's terroir. Next, I head to lunch at Le Carré du Palais with my friend and native Frenchman Sarkis in his 1957 MG convertible to meet an American ex-pat and sommelier, Kelly McAuliffe. Kelly guides us through a tasting of 3 different Rhône Valley wines and their pairings in a fantastic French lunch. Next, we'll talk about the AOCs of the Rhone: Côtes du Rhône, Côtes du Rhône Villages, Côtes du Rhône named Villages, and Cru. We then taste some amazing biodynamic wines at Domaine De Montirius before chatting about the different grapes of the Rhône and their characteristics. The most popular grapes are Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, and they make what's called a GSM blend. We then stop at a local French market in Vaison-la-Romaine, and we pick up cheese, meats, and jams before heading to Domaine de Cousignac, where winemaker Raphaël Pommier explains why he uses music in his winemaking. Next, I talk to winemaker Philippe Guigal of E. Guigal wines, one of the most famous wine houses in the world. Finally, we have dinner at FLAVEURS restaurant (by Baptiste Poinot) with Maxime Chapoutier, another iconic Rhone wine brand. In the final scene, Sarkis and I drive off into the distance, reminiscing of our incredible French wine road trip through the Southern Rhone Valley.

WINES FEATURED:
Domaine de la Valeriane Côtes du Rhône "Tradition" Rosé
Domaine du Bois de Saint Jean Madame d'Ust Côtes du Rhône
Mas de Libian "Khayyâm"
Domaine Montirius "La Muse Papilles" Côtes du Rhône Blanc
Domaine Montirius "La Muse Papilles" Côtes du Rhône Rouge
Notre Dame de Cousignac "Parcelle Sud" Côtes-du-Rhône Blanc
Notre Dame de Cousignac "Accord Tonique"
E. Guigal Côtes-du-Rhône Blanc
E. Guigal Côtes-du-Rhône Rouge
M. Chapoutier "Belleruche" Côtes-du-Rhône Blanc
M. Chapoutier "Belleruche" Côtes-du-Rhône Rosé
M. Chapoutier "Belleruche" Côtes-du-Rhône Rouge

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction
01:02 Avignon + History
05:15 Lunch + Intro to Rhône Wines
12:24 What is Côtes du Rhône?
15:41 Domaine De Montirius
21:59 Vino VIP
23:59 Grapes of Rhône
26:42 French Market
29:00 Domaine de Cousignac
35:56 Valence
37:45 E. Guigal
41:51 New Show - "Vino First"
42:45 Flaveurs + M. Chapoutier
49:48 Outro
51:06 Credits
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Wish learning about wine was easier? It's fun AND easy with your personal sommelier, travel guide, and host, Vince! Join him as he travels the world of wine - eating, drinking, and breaking down wine topics for you up close and personal! Want to know more? On each episode of V is for Vino, you'll:

- Meet a winemaker and learn their story. One of the best parts of drinking wine is getting to know the place where it came from and the people who made it!

- Learn about the grapes. Vince breaks down wine topics easily, making them fun and easy to understand!

- Visit the region. Not everyone gets to travel to wine country as much as they'd like, so experience the beauty and culture firsthand with Vince. Travel the world and sip along from the comfort of your couch!

- Cook dishes that pair at a local restaurant because what's good wine without good food? Luckily, the world of wine is full of amazing chefs and restaurants ready to serve up something delicious to pair with the wine you just learned about.
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[eshahn]

The production and content on this show is insane! This is one of the best wine shows out there. Keep up the great work!!

[dchevron]

Can't believe this is free content. Thank you!

[MichaelLonsdale-hm]

Bourdain is looking upon you from the great beyond and smiling.

[markclemens]

Great upgrades on the graphics. Each episode seems to be better than the last.

[VADACHE]

Wow this ppl are real heroes and guardian’s of the valley 😊

[shawnhampton]

Ah Vince and crew!!! Merci. This episode is just a jewel. Your production value and design is insanely good and the subject of these travel shows just comes through with amazing creativity and clarity. This is truly one of the most gorgeous regions of France. And you presented it and the wine beautifully. Still pulling for a bit more of the classical and regional music of the areas you visit mixed in with your other soundtracks. I think it would enhance the feel and sound of these episodes.

[oumana]

Can’t go wrong with the beauty and the wines of France or Italy. ❤

[Dreinthekitchen]

This was spectacular. Listen, I'm registering for WSET Level 1 because I love the fermented grape. Your videos inspired me even more. Thank you!

[craigguenther-lee]

The quality of this show is beyond amazing! So well done. This show needs to get picked up. Keep killing it !!

[christopherhill]

Loved the episode and beautifully shot, we went out and bought some red and white Côtes du Rhône last weekend after watching

[MrBBQDoug]

One of the best series on wines and world on YouTube. As a butcher by trade I enjoy when you incorporate the lunches and dinners with the pairing of some beautiful and tasty foods! Keep rocking on man!

[aartim]

I haven't seen the episode yet but just the title has me so excited - this is one of my favourite regions!! Greetings from Australia, you need to come Down Under because we have some fantastic wine here too!

[ruudk]

I think i’ve watched this episode 3 times now. It’s probably my favorite! Fun and full of usefull information. I’m actually in southern rhone in holiday right now and watching it again as a refrence. Thank you for your hard work!

[sac]

Very informative and intensely interesting. Wonderfully produced and edited..

[danguid]

As usual good job. Today I accompanied my meal with a bottle of Vacqueras Chateau des Roques 2020. I believe that the wines of the Rhône Valley are a safe bet. Have a good trip.

[sitthinonnarpang]

all of you are the best wine channel for me.

[savvydabby]

Wow!!! What an awesome episode! KEEP THEM COMING PLEASE!

[lakeboatadmin]

great show simple and great info Merci

[stefanocunietti]

So beautiful what you told about the farmer believing in what he is doing

[bettydu]

Good stuff! Can’t wait for the next episode.