100% Grenache from the Côtes du Rhône Villages AOC, Southern Rhône Valley, France; medium bodied and dry with notes of blackberry, cassis, lilac, violet, and cocoa nib, with earthy undertones, medium plus acidity, and fine structured tannins. Organic

Unfiltered Wine Club December 2025, vintage 2023

We’re closing out December with a classic, crowd-pleasing red from the Southern Rhône. Christian Bonfils Cuvée des Princes d’Orange is made from 100% Grenache grown         organically in the Côtes du Rhône Villages AOC, where warm days, cool nights, and stony soils lend both ripeness and balance. This medium-bodied, dry red commences with surges of blackberry and cassis that leap right out of the glass, followed by a variety of purple flowers and a subtle dusting of cocoa nib, with earthy, grounding undertones. The medium-plus acidity keeps the fruit elevated, while fine, structured tannins give the wine shape without heaviness. It’s indulgent, expressive, and elegant, and brings intention to any holiday table. For your feasts and gatherings, this will pair famously with roasted sausages, herbed lamb dishes, creamed vegetables and casseroles, eggplant-based sides, and mushroom-heavy mains. It also drinks beautifully with lentils, chickpea stews, or anything featuring warm spices and roasted vegetables. This wine feels right no matter what you’re cooking, offering steadfast confidence and heart-warming comfort."