France Northern RhoneThe Northern Rhone Valley of France is known for the world’s best Syrahs. The three best areas are Hermitage, Cote-Rotie and Cornas. Southern RhoneThe Southern Rhone Valley is best known for its beautiful Grenache based wines blended with many other grapes. And, the best are Chateaunuef-du-Pape, Gigondas, Vacqueyras, Lirac, and Tavel.