Emmanuel Reynaud, owner of iconic Châteauneuf estate Château Rayas, dies at 61

Emmanuel Reynaud, the legendary winemaker behind Château Rayas in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, has died aged 61 after a long illness. He was known for his exacting standards, obsessive hands-on approach to his three Rhône estates, and his profound influence on Grenache winemakers worldwide. His death marks the end of an era for one of the world's most iconic and mystique-laden wine producers.