Maxime-François Laurent

Maxime-François Laurent produces wines from Côtes-du-Rhône, the Southern Rhône's most expansive appellation. The region's warm continental climate and diverse soils yield ripe, structured reds built on Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre—varieties that thrive in this sun-exposed terrain. The winery's Champsaurel, a Grenache-based wine, demonstrates the grape's capacity for depth and complexity in Southern Rhône hands. Zozo Côtes du Rhône, a blend of Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre, captures the region's characteristic balance of fruit-forward character and savory tannin. Both wines have been assessed by Decanter and Wine Spectator, reflecting the critical attention paid to serious producers in this historic appellation.

Critics

Decanter, Wine Spectator

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