Languedoc Grands Crus – in the making
A hierarchy of appellations is evolving in the Languedoc. Some of the top ones are reviewed here.
Outsiders view of the Languedoc
The Mediterranean south is France’s biggest vineyard area, and one of the country’s most exciting wine-producing regions. So much so that over the past couple of decades folk from all over the world have been relocating to the south and following their vinous dreams.
Sommeliers in the South of France
A recent visit by a group of UK sommeliers to some of the top appellations of the Languedoc turned up some interesting finds, as well as ideas for putting the region’s wines on the map and on the list.
Serious stuff from the south of France
A high-profile panel of trade buyers and writers recently whittled down, by blind-tasting/judging, a selection of so-called icon wines from sunny Languedoc and Roussillon. Of those selected, here are my favourites.
Picpoul de Pinet
Picpoul de Pinet is one of those French wine appellations, and grape varieties, once discovered, long-loved.
Corbières Boutenac
A developing theme in the Languedoc is the creation of a small band of crus appellations, or stand-out regions, which are capable of producing better wines than the generic Languedoc appellations. Corbières-Boutenac achieved cru status in 2005.
Roussillon: a region for all seasons
In the far southern Mediterranean corner of France lies Roussillon, from where some of France’s best, under-rated reds emerge.
