It’s a good year to buy Côtes du Rhône wines for fresh and early drinking.
When you’re buying wines from a relatively lowly appellation such as Côtes du Rhône, does vintage really matter?
It does. In fact, you’re even more likely to feel the unalloyed effects of the vintage at this level compared to the more rarified crus.
Scroll down for the best of the Côtes du Rhône 2024 wines
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Top Côtes du Rhône 2024 wines to seek out:
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