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Great choice of beers and wine. My favorite beer shop ever!!
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Alexandre Coates
Great local shop, very friendly staff and delicious drinks. Great selection of non-alcoholic beers as well
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Andrea Pecorelli
I had a great experience at this beer shop. My girlfriend and I came in looking for three beers as a gift for her fat...
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Andrew Maudsley
Great selection and prices
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bala
Great bottle shop with just the nicest person at the shop! Very attentive and helpful. Definitely recommend checking ...
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David pereira
Best bottle shop in Edinburgh, great selection of beers and super helpful staff. My go to for sour beer.
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Emily Paul
A phenomenal selection of products that is perhaps only surpassed by how phenomenal their staff is - I went in lookin...
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Great selection with friendly staff.
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Giblet Gravy
Absolutely superb selection and even better service. I was given great recommendations that suited my needs, and the ...
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Glenn Kent
Dear owner my friend and his wife were there on holiday and found me a bottle of Blantons Gold I have been wanting a ...
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joshua brimdyr
Finest and greatest depth of beers for sale in Edinburgh. The owner is super knowledgeable and helpful. There was a c...
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Kenny McCartney
Can't believe I've failed to give a good review of this place before. I've been frequenting this place fo...
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Laura Gutiérrez
Una selección muy buena de cerveza. Nos atendió un chico muy amable detallandonos muy bien el producto a pesar de ser...
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Lauren
Popped in a few nights ago for some gifts. Great customer experience, they listened to what I was looking for and cam...
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Lee Traversari
Spotted on my drive to my last customer, so glad I spotted it. By far one of the best bottle shops I've had the p...
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Mark Muir
The Beerhive is simply the best,very friendly knowledgeable staff,always have an extensive range of beers.🍻
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Michael Zenkl
Excellent selection, very kind and knowledgeable co-owner! Thank you, I walked out with 8 exceptional bottles of wine!
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New Fads
Great guys, amazing selection and super knowledgeable! The best.
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Owen Frost
Our local bottle shop!Absolutely top service everytime we go in! Team are always so friendly and knowledgeable.Always...
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Rachel Wade
Always a pleasure to visit, a real asset to the community, we would be lost without Team Beerhive! Helpful, friendly ...
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Ross Cooper
Great little beer and wine place
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Ross Fraser
Huge selection of quality beers and an execllent local delivery service. I ordered on Thursday night and had the beer...
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Ryan Collman
Been buying beer from Peter and Richard for nearly 8 years now. Definitely the best beer shop in town.
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Seoridh Fraser
Excellent selection across a broad range of price points and styles and thats just the wine. The Beerhive has been ah...
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Sian Buchan
excellent wee shop with great staff and wonderful selection - lots of stuff that isn't beer too, picked up a few ...
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Steven Halkett
Awesome bottle shop. Totally out of my way but I will return many times
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Great selection and service with a smile! I was really pleased with their delivery options and frequency. I am cancel...
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An obviously great passion project bottle shop which I'm embarrassed it took me so long to visit. Great selection...
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Great place for exciting craft beers with an excellent wine selection as well. The staff are knowledgeable and friend...
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Côtes du Rhône

Côtes du Rhône rarely lets you down. Generous reds, characterful whites and some of France's best-value wines all come from this corner of the Rhône Valley, where blends built around Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre continue to set the standard for everyday drinking.

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Côtes du Rhône is often where people first fall in love with the Rhône Valley. It's one of those regions that consistently delivers generous, characterful wines without demanding the sort of prices you'll find elsewhere in France. While the appellation stretches from the north of the valley to the Mediterranean south, most Côtes du Rhône you'll come across is a blend built around Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, with each grape bringing something different to the glass. Grenache adds ripe fruit and warmth, Syrah contributes spice and structure, while Mourvèdre brings savoury depth and the ability to age.

The beauty of Côtes du Rhône is its versatility. At the lighter end you'll find juicy, everyday reds packed with blackberry, cherry and herbs, while the more serious bottles offer layers of black fruit, pepper, olive, garrigue and spice. White Côtes du Rhône deserves just as much attention, with blends of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Marsanne, Clairette and Viognier producing wines that are fresh, textured and remarkably food-friendly.

This is also a region where it's worth paying attention to the producer rather than simply the appellation. Large négociants have helped make Côtes du Rhône famous around the world, but many of our favourite bottles come from smaller growers farming organically or biodynamically, letting their vineyards speak for themselves. The result is wines with freshness, balance and personality that often outperform bottles costing considerably more. Recent attention has also focused on cooler, higher-altitude sites producing fresher, more refined styles, showing just how diverse the region can be.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What grapes are used in Côtes du Rhône?

Most red Côtes du Rhône wines are blends of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Grenache brings ripe fruit, Syrah adds spice and structure, while Mourvèdre contributes savoury depth. White Côtes du Rhône is typically made from grapes such as Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne and Grenache Blanc.

What's the difference between Côtes du Rhône and Côtes du Rhône Villages?

Côtes du Rhône Villages comes from a smaller selection of villages with stricter production rules and generally offers greater concentration and ageing potential. Standard Côtes du Rhône often provides exceptional value and is perfect for everyday drinking.

What does Côtes du Rhône taste like?

Most reds are full of ripe blackberry, cherry and plum fruit, with notes of pepper, herbs and spice. White Côtes du Rhône tends to be fresh and textured, with stone fruit, citrus and floral aromas depending on the blend.

What food pairs well with Côtes du Rhône?

Côtes du Rhône is one of the most versatile food wines around. The reds are brilliant with roast lamb, grilled meats, sausages, stews and barbecue, while the whites work beautifully with roast chicken, seafood, creamy dishes and hard cheeses.

Is Côtes du Rhône good value?

Absolutely. It's one of the best places to find high-quality French wine without spending a fortune. While famous Rhône appellations can command much higher prices, Côtes du Rhône regularly delivers outstanding character and value.

Should I age Côtes du Rhône?

Most bottles are made to be enjoyed within a few years of release, making them perfect for everyday drinking. However, wines from excellent producers, old vines or Côtes du Rhône Villages can develop beautifully with five to ten years in the cellar.