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Ancient meets modern and all that jazz in Vienne
Author of the article: Jane Mundy
Publishing date: May 17, 2021 • 2 hours ago • 5 minute read • Cityscape of Vienne with the old city and aerial view of the ancient Gallo-Roman theatre. Photo by Getty Images
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Many visitors to Vienne and Tain-l’Hermitage in France’s northern Rhône region drive or take a short train ride south from Lyon for a day trip that typically includes a wine tour. And most stories about the northern Rhone River Valley focus on wine.
John McDonald May 1, 2021
A recent solicitation for Chateauneuf du Pape and a variety of other well-known Cotes du Rhone included several stellar names and a wide variety of vintages. I’m a fan of these varietal wines and blends. They are consistent. You must search back to 2004 generally and the mid-1990s, in the case of Cote Rotie, to find any scoring under 90 points. Those wishing to explore Cotes du Rhone should avoid the huge names. The writers and the public have driven the prices to extremes in the $400/bottle range. Instead, look for CdP Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe 2016, 95 McD under $80, and the Pa. Liquor Board has 1/2s at $40. Availability in Pennsylvania says your local wine store pal can possibly acquire them for a modest upcharge for their time and effort. The price ranges, based on my research, are wide. Shop carefully. Another name to look for is M. Chapoutier. In addition to their top line such as 2016 Ermitage L’Ermite, 93 McD at $564, or the Ermitag