Franck Balthazar, Cotes Du Rhone, 2023

Dark Fruis, Floral, Slate

Rhone / Red / Grenache, Syrah / Organic

A beautifully balanced Côtes du Rhône Rouge from Franck Balthazar, blending 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah. Bursting with red and black fruit, subtle floral notes, and a slate like finish, this medium bodied red offers silky tannins and pure elegance. Unfiltered, unfined, and minimal sulphites added, it’s a standout Rhône wine.

Notes on the producer

Franck Balthazar took over the domaine from his father in 2002. Since Franck took over, the domaine has grown from 2 hectares to around 3.5. Focusing on traditional methods, Franck honours the legacy of his family by farming organically and being as hands on as possible including using horses for ploughing. The wines are fermented  with wild yeasts in concrete and aged in old 600-litre demi-muids. He minimises the amount of sulphur used and employs natural winemaking techniques to preserve the unique character of the high-altitude, old-vines.