These wines can get expensive, but there are plenty of smart buys around. Stay in the appellation of Saint-Joseph and try the wines from Domaine Monier Perréol, Pierre Gonon, and the négociant Domaine Chave. The Collines Rhodaniennes also offers bang for the buck: Producers like Domaine Jamet and Domaine Faury produce lighter, more price-sensitive versions of the grands vins (“great wines”).
