COTES DU RHONE WINES PRESS KIT

The Rhône Valley's rich history, its diverse geography and various grape varieties all contribute to making Côtes du Rhône wines so unique. From Vienne to Avignon, the banks of the Rhône River have been home to vines and winemakers for some 2000 years producing exceptional Crus, village wines or Côtes du Rhône AOCs. Reds predominate at 90% in the Rhône Valley, which is easily divided into two distinct areas: Northern Rhône and Southern Rhône. Wines of the Northern Rhône Valley are largely made with the Syrah (Shiraz) grape. Approximately 95% of Rhône wines hail from the Southern Rhône, where a blend of grape varieties provides the unique identity of the region. The two most important varieties in the blend are Syrah (Shiraz) and Grenache.

PRESS RELEASES
December 20, 2007 GRENACHE STEPS OUT OF THE SHADOWS
The Accessible, Fruit-Forward Côtes du Rhône Varietal Takes Center Stage
October 23, 2007 THE RHÔNE IS ON A ROLL!
Ideal Conditions Promise Standout 2007 Vintage
July 30, 2007 ROCK RHÔNE REDS FOR THE PERFECT LABOR DAY PARTY
June 27, 2007 CELEBRATE WITH THE OUTSTANDING 2005 RHÔNE VALLEY VINTAGE
Côtes du Rhône's Latest Release is Not to be Missed!
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MEDIA CONTACTS
Louise Jordan DWS
Public Relations Supervisor
Tel: +1 212-386-7444
Fax: +1 212-473-4315
louise.jordan@sopexa.com
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Ashley Benaroya
Public Relations Account Executive
Tel: +1 212-386-7439
Fax: +1 212-473-4315
ashley.benaroya@sopexa.com
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Websites
Official Website for Côtes du Rhône Wines

Official US Website for Côtes du Rhône Wines