Dauvergne Ranvier - Le Pitchoun 2015 (Sélections Parcellaires)

François Dauvergne and Jean-François Ranvier are part of a new generation of young wine merchants in the Rhône Valley. Deeply involved in the production of their wines, they work closely with their winemaker friends throughout the year to preserve the unique character of each terroir. Their wines are structured without being excessive, with perfectly defined aromas. The duo continues to evolve, and their portfolio stretches from Hermitage in the north to the Luberon in the south, including Côte-Rôtie, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and Costières-de-Nîmes—with partnerships now extending as far as Roussillon! And recently, their venture has expanded to the Bordeaux region.

This Pitchoun, the latest addition to the estate’s Costières lineup, boasts a lovely bouquet of red berries and spices. An inviting opening is complemented by notes of licorice, leading to an elegant, full-bodied, smooth, and velvety palate, supported by firm tannins with good aging potential. Full-bodied and fruity.

Founded in 2004 by François Dauvergne and Jean-François Ranvier—wine professionals who decided to produce their own wines after working for others—this wine merchant has been establishing itself year after year through high-quality wines made from single-vineyard selections. In 2013, the two partners took over the Dom. des Muretins estate (Tavel and Lirac) and, in 2014, developed a range of Bordeaux wines in collaboration with Patrice Hateau.