Stéphane Robert’s Domaine du Tunnel has become one of the most admired names in Cornas
but their Kirsch is a total sleeper hit
sourced from estate vineyards in Kumeu
Pair with: grilled steaks
mellowing to honeyed dark berries on the finish
Domaine de Cristia, Chateauneuf-du-Pape Classic, 2022 core-no-restrictions Stéphane Robert’s Domaine du TunnelDomaine de Cristias 2022 Chteauneuf du Pape Classic is everything you want in a southern Rhne redripe, rich, and wildly satisfying, with a lift and elegance that make it more than just muscle. This cuve is built around old vine Grenache, with Syrah and Mourvdre adding depth, structure, and spice. The fruit leans darkblackberries, cherries, and dried figswrapped in garrigue herbs, cracked pepper, and a whisper of warm earth. The tannins are plush and