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Wines have been produced in the region since pre- Roman times, and those from the right bank were the favourite wines of kings and the papal community in Avignon at the time of the schism. It’s notable in that it has the highest vineyards in France (2800 feet). Most of the production is in sparkling wine; Crement de Die, but is now sanctioned for still wines of red, white and rose. Charles Pomerol, sous la direction de, Terroirs et vins de France. Itinéraires œnologiques et géologiques, Éd. du BRGM, Orléans, 1990. This is the largest AOC and accounts for two thirds of Rhone production. Full bodied reds dominate, but the luscious whites and thirst quenching roses are well worth seeking out.
Superficie en production* : 877 ha; production annuelle : 29 283 hl; rendement moyen : 33 hl/an. * source : Inter Rhône 2022
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All reds grown south of Montélimar must contain a minimum of 40% Grenache, and may contain up to 5% white grapes. A red from anywhere in the appellation must contain a minimum of 15% Syrah and/or Mourvedre. Aire de production [ modifier | modifier le code ] Département de l'Ardèche [ modifier | modifier le code ]
Red and rosé wines are made from Grenache noir, Syrah, Cinsault, Carignane, Counoise and Mourvèdre grapes varieties. A maximum of 20% white varieties may be used in the rosés. Sharp, flat slabs of limestone called “Les Vestide”, pebbly soils “Vallongue:” and “Olivet”, a mixture of sand and stone. Each contributes its own influence to the wines, creating Rose with a deep pink hue, lots of red fruits, berry and stone fruit flavors. Châteauneuf-du-Pape Superficie en production* : 1 964 ha, production annuelle : 73 388 hl, rendement moyen : 37 hl/ha. * Source : Inter Rhône 2022. Named after famous Mount Ventoux, this region gives us bold wines that really show their terroir – reds with lots of pepper, spice and dark fruit, aromatic whites and full bodied rosé. Native garrigue and lavender are major influences. Côte de VivaraisThis is the birthplace of Syrah and where many wine lovers find it reaches its height of expression – full bodied, savory, and elegant. THE CRU VINEYARDS OF THE NORTHERN RHONE Côte Rôtie The rules for the proportion of main, supplementary and accessory grape varieties are the following: [6] The biggest area in terms of production, Crozes-Hermitage often lies in the shadow of the famous ‘Hermitage’ AOC that it surrounds.