Thematic Tastings “Wine and Terroir” in Provence

Thematic Tastings “Wine and Terroir” in Provence

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This summer, Provence opens its doors to wine enthusiasts for a series of thematic tastings highlighting the unique influence of terroir on local wines. These exceptional events are designed to explore how different soil types – limestone, schist, clay – affect the taste and characteristics of wines from this iconic region. Prestigious appellations such as Burgundy, Champagne, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Condrieu, Cornas, Côte Rôtie, Crozes Hermitage, Gigondas, Hermitage, and many more will be featured.

Terroir, A Natural Alchemy

Terroir encompasses the combination of natural factors like soil, climate, and topography that influence viticulture. In Provence, this unique combination creates wines with inimitable flavors. The thematic tastings offer an in-depth exploration of this alchemy, with a particular focus on different soil types.

Tastings Focused on Soil Types

Limestone Soils:

  • Châteauneuf-du-Pape: Estates like Château de Beaucastel and Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe offer tastings of their wines from limestone soils, revealing whites and reds with exceptional minerality and aromatic complexity.

Schist Soils:

  • Cornas and Côte Rôtie: Visit estates such as Domaine Auguste Clape and Domaine Jamet to discover powerful and structured reds, where schist imparts earthy notes and impressive depth.

     

Clay Soils:

  • Gigondas and Vacqueyras: Estates like Domaine des Bosquets and Domaine Montirius highlight wines rich in body and ripe fruit aromas, typical of clay soils.

The Ultimate Experience

Each tasting is accompanied by detailed explanations from passionate oenologists and winemakers, who share their knowledge of viticultural techniques suited to each soil type and their impact on wine taste. Participants can also enjoy vineyard walks to understand the specificities of the Provençal landscape and its climatic influences.

Featured Appellations

The tastings include a variety of renowned appellations:

  • Burgundy, Champagne, Condrieu, Hermitage, St Joseph, Tavel, Vinsobres
  • Côtes du Rhône Villages: Laudun, Roaix, Sablet, Séguret, Vaison-la-Romaine, Visan
  • Ventoux, IGP, Vin de France

These appellations represent the diversity and richness of Provençal wines, each offering a unique perspective on the influence of terroir.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to discover and savor Provençal wines from a new perspective. The thematic tastings “Wine and Terroir” promise a deep immersion into the Provençal wine world, revealing the mysteries and magic of the terroir that gives birth to exceptional wines. An unforgettable experience for all wine lovers.

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