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SOUTHERN FRANCE

Southern France is a melting pot, its link to more southerly climates, cultures, and styles of wines. It’s regions are defined by a
multitude of terroir and regions, but is rooted in a Mediterranean climate, with some Atlantic influence in the south-west. The
character of the wines are shades of Rhȏne-influenced styles in the east, with more Bordeaux influence and structure in the west.
In the south west is Languedoc and Rousillon, where winemaking dates back to the 5th century BC, originally introduced by the
Greeks, and further developed by the Romans. The region extends along the Mediterranean, from the Rhȏne delta to the foot of
the Pyrenees, and is the oldest and largest wine production region in France. Roussillon is the birthplace of vin doux natural,
where in Rivesaltes Arnaud de Villeneuve introduced the process of mutage in the 13th century. Now, over 90% or France’s
fortified wines are produced in this region, from some of the hohtest, driest, and lowest-yielding vineyards.
Provence, the quintessential Mediterranean region in the south-east, is defined by its dry Rosés, produced by saignage or vin de
press. Here, Grenache, Mourvedre, and Rolle (Vermentino) are the major players, mainly for light, dry rosé, though very serious
reds are also produced.

Côtes de Provence
Château de Bertrands
Coteaux du Languedoc Château Gassier
Peuch Noble (René Rostaing) Château Minuty
Château Miraval
Picpoul de Pinet Château Mirabeau
Fabre en Provence
Jadix
Le Charmel

Pays d’Herault
MontGravet

Côtes de Thau
VillaViva

Cité de Carcassonne
Laroque

Limoux Côtes de Gascogne Cahors
Le Charmel Château du Caillau
MontGravet
Crocus by Paul Hobbs
Clos Triguedina
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