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South West France wine region
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Cahors Malbec, Madiran Tannat, sweet Jurançon and a patchwork of local grapes between Bordeaux and the Pyrenees.
The benchmark for many wine styles, organized by appellation (AOC).
Notable producers in South West France
- Château du Cèdre
- Alain Brumont (Château Montus, Bouscassé)
- Clos Triguedina
- Château Lagrézette
- Domaine Cauhapé
- Clos Lapeyre
- Plaimont
- Domaine du Tariquet
- Château Tirecul La Gravière
Official appellations
| Appellation | Status | Style | Grapes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cahors (1971) Dark, firm reds from at least 70% Malbec, grown on terraces along the Lot river and on the limestone plateau above. | AOC | Red | Malbec, Merlot, Tannat |
| Madiran (1948) Tannat-led reds from the Gascon hills north of Pau: deep in colour and tannin, built for ageing and for duck and cassoulet. | AOC | Red | Tannat, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Jurançon (1936) Pyrenean foothill whites: late-harvested sweet Jurançon from shrivelled Manseng grapes, and the dry, tangy Jurançon Sec. | AOC | White, Sweet | Petit Manseng, Gros Manseng |
South West France wines to try
Alain Brumont Château Bouscassé
South West France · Madiran · Tannat, Cabernet Sauvignon
Powerful Madiran: dark fruit and firm tannins.
Food: Cassoulet, duck confit
Château du Cèdre Cahors Malbec
South West France · Cahors · Malbec
Dark, structured Cahors Malbec.
Food: Duck, steak
Château du Cèdre Le Prestige
South West France · Cahors · Malbec
Old-vine Cahors: concentrated plum, spice and earth.
Food: Cassoulet, game
Domaine Cauhapé Symphonie de Novembre
South West France · Jurançon · Petit Manseng
Late-picked Petit Manseng of candied pineapple, mango and honey, its sweetness kept bright by vivid acidity.
Food: Foie gras with fig chutney
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