Cave Lionel Faury — Winery in Chavanay

In the hamlet of La Ribaudy in Chavanay, on the northern edge of the Saint-Joseph appellation, the third generation of Faurys makes wines whose style and character fit exactly what the Northern Rhône does best: elegant, honest and steeped in granite. Condrieu La Berne, named after the previous owners of the plot where Lionel's father first planted vines: beautifully elegant and linear, with richness in the texture, from Viognier more than 45 years old. Saint-Joseph La Gloriette, from 45- to 65-year-old vines on north-facing slopes, where the wind gives a longer ripening period, resulting in an intense, characterful wine that benefits from cellaring. Saint-Joseph Les Ribaudes, from 10- to 35-year-old vines, bottled without filtration: intensely fruity, fresh, with a touch of minerality and spice. Côte-Rôtie Les 3 Brunes, from three plots on the lieux-dits Fourvier, Le Plomb and l'Arsélie: Syrah with 6% Viognier, drinkable young but with the potential to age for 10 to 15 years. The domaine is open all year round: Monday from 10.00 to 12.00 and from 13.30 to 17.00; Tuesday and Thursday from 8.30 to 12.00 and from 13.30 to 17.00; Wednesday and Friday from 8.30 to 12.00. Tastings are possible without an appointment, so just walk in.