Languedoc & Southern France
This region includes the western Mediterranean coast of France, streching from the Rhone valley in the east to the Spanish borderin the south-west. The majority of the region lies along the Mediterranean coast. While 'Languedoc' cn refer to a specific historic region of France and Northern Catalonia, usage since the 20th century (especially in the context of wine) has primarily referred to the northern part of the Languedoc-Roussillon région of France. The area has around 700,000 acres (2,800 km2) under vines and is the single biggest wine producing region in the world, being responsible for almost 1/3 of France's wine production. It is home to numerous grape varieties including inernational ones like Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, but traditional Rhône grqpes of?ourvedre; Grenqche qnd Syrqh qre prominent, along with Carignan and Cinsault. Some of the more recognised areas include Corbiéres, Faugéres, Fitou, and Minervois AOCs. The Languedoc-Rousillon area is home to numerous grape varieties, including many international varieties like Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Viogner which are increasing their foothold in the region. Chardonnay is the major white grape, used in the Vin de Pays d'Oc and the sparkling Crémant de Limoux. Others include Chenin Blanc and Mauzac, which is also the principal grape in the sparkling Blanquette de Limoux. The sweet fortified wines of the Muscat de Rivesaltes AOC, fortified wines are made from Muscat of Alexandria grapes. Other varieties that can be found include Roussanne, Marsanne, Vermentino, Bourboulenc, Clairette, Grenache Blanc, Grenache gris, Picpoul Maccabéo and Rolle.
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Languedoc & Southern France
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This is an elegant and fresh expression of Corbieres with notes of red fruits and spices. Easy drink..
€17.00 Ex Tax: €13.82
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Multi award-winning blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan from vines 50+ years old. A big, full flav..
€17.00 Ex Tax: €13.82
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A rich complex and concentrated red that really showcases the Languedoc region. Full bodied with lay..
€22.00 Ex Tax: €17.89
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Attractive deep-purple in colour. Predominantly Syrah (80%) with some Grenache (20%). Good mineral q..
€26.00 Ex Tax: €21.14
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This new Cuvée Rare, with its stunning ruby red colour, comes from the exceptionally austere ..
€26.00 Ex Tax: €21.14
75 cl
A great value for money Minervois from this award winning producer in the Languedoc. Lots of ripe bl..
€12.50 Ex Tax: €10.16
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Saint Joseph is a great little appelation between Mivervois and Faugeres. It is home to some great v..
€21.00 Ex Tax: €17.08
75 cl
This blend of Mourvedre, Syrah and Grenache offers rich aromas of blackberries and cassis. Well bala..
€21.00 Ex Tax: €17.08
75cl
Often an underestimated grape variety, this Carignan is one of our favourites, with silky tannins an..
€17.00 Ex Tax: €13.82
75 cl
Elegant and floral Chardonnay from Languedoc. Complex on the palate with notes of white peach, hazel..
€15.50 Ex Tax: €12.60
75 cl
A grape variety that we believe does not receive as much attention as it deserves. Excellent alterna..
€16.00 Ex Tax: €13.00
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This is an excellent Pinot Noir from this well-esteemed Languedoc producer, and an interesting ..
€15.50 Ex Tax: €12.60
75 cl
Lovely floral, fragrant Sauvignon Blanc from this esteemed Rhone producer. Vineyards growing in thre..
€15.50 Ex Tax: €12.60
75 cl
This is a lovely deep dark Syrah, with aromas of blackberry, black currant and fig following right t..
€16.00 Ex Tax: €13.01
75cl
Keeping to the tradition of the Villa Blanche house, there is a wonderful Mediterranean influence on..
€15.00 Ex Tax: €12.20
750ml
Made 100% from Picpoul Blanc. This wine is light and refreshing with good acidity and aromas of citr..
€14.00 Ex Tax: €11.38
