It's quite a mouthful to say but this charming red from one of Southern France's greatest producers is well worth all those syllables. Coming from old vines in one of the hottest and driest regions in France, it finds the perfect balance between sweet fruit and savoury elements. It punches well above its weight.
"This wine, Bila-Haut by Michel Chapoutier, Cotes Du Roussillon Villages Rouge is one of those consistently good wines. It’s become one of those wines that when I need to pick up a bottle at a wine shop it’s an easy choice, because I know it will be good."
91/100 Jeb Dunnuck (2022 Vintage)
"Mostly Syrah yet with 45% Grenache, the 2022 Côtes Du Roussillon Villages Bila Haut has some classic Roussillon notes of darker berries, peppery herbs, spice, and loamy earth. With medium-bodied richness and a supple, elegant, layered mouthfeel, it will compete with wines two to three times its price.."
91/100 JamesSuckling.com (2022 Vintage)
"A fruity, pulpy and well-made blend of grenache and carignan. Notes of sweet cherries, dark chocolate and sweet spices, following through to a medium body with velvety tannins. Easygoing with a flavourful finish."