The Winemaker's View // Chateau La Borie

Winemaker Raphael Knapp has left the comfort of the garrique-scented countryside in the Southern Rhone to join us for a deep dive into the wines of Chateau La Borie. Like many castles, this one originated as a hunting lodge, covering 115 hectares. Vines were first planted in the early 20C, and today 75 hectares are planted to vines. Roughly a half of the property produces Côtes du Rhône, and the other half Côtes du Rhône Villages.

Bought in 2018 by Raphael Knapp and his family, he left a previous career as a wine importer in California with the intention of refreshing the wines to create what is now a firm favourite in all our shops. Currently, the estate is in a phase of complete restructuring with a primary focus on the vineyards undergoing organic conversion.

Raphael's whistle-stop tour of Victoria Park Village should not be missed, so grab your ticket to taste with him on Wednesday 15th May between 7:30 - 9pm. We'll be exploring why the north end of the Southern Rhone is so unique in the hopes that we'll steal some of its warmth and sunshine to the UK.

Light cheeses will be served and spaces are limited.