France

Wines from France are renowned for their diversity, with each region contributing to a range of styles.

Bordeaux produces full-bodied red wines with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blends and both dry and sweet white wines, including Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. Burgundy is famous for its elegant Pinot Noir reds and smooth, mineral Chardonnay whites, with Chablis being particularly notable.

Champagne is known for its sparkling wines made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, while Alsace offers fruity and aromatic whites like Riesling, Pinot Gris, and Gewürztraminer. The Rhône Valley produces rich and spicy reds from Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, and full-bodied whites from grapes such as Viognier, Marsanne, and Roussanne.

The Loire Valley is best known for fresh Sauvignon Blanc and versatile Chenin Blanc whites, as well as fruit-forward Cabernet Franc reds. Provence is recognised for its light, refreshing rosé wines made from Grenache and Syrah, while Languedoc-Roussillon offers vibrant, affordable blends of Syrah, Grenache, and Carignan.

Southwest France is home to bold reds like Malbec and crisp whites from regions such as Bergerac and Gaillac, while Beaujolais is famous for its lighter, fruity Gamay reds.

The wine regions across France offer a wide variety of flavours, encompassing every style, making France the original and prime destination for wine enthusiasts.   There is something for every taste.