IN THE HEART OF AN EXCEPTIONAL TERRITORY
In the heart of the highlands of Aveyron, up to an altitude of 1,500 m, discover sumptuous landscapes, cultural and architectural riches and of course, great gastronomy and original wines.
Cabernet Sauvignon N, Duras N, Fer Servadou N, Merlot N and Syrah N
Chardonnay B and Chenin B
Original, round, tasty and light red wines. Notes of red fruits, from redcurrant to blackberry. To be consumed within 3 years. Mostly aged in vats to enhance fruit flavors.
Food and wine pairing:
Perfect with pork, cold cuts and cheese.
Delicious gourmet rosé wines, full of freshness.
Food and wine pairing:
Excellent thirst-quenching wines, hits the spot. Perfect as an aperitif and should be served chilled.
Fresh, light, round and fruity, marked by notes of white-fleshed fruit.
Food and wine pairing:
Pleasant with grilled fish or as an aperitif, served chilled.
MORE ABOUT AVEYRON IGP WINES
2011: Indication Géographique Protégée (IGP*)
Location: Aveyron department
Production area: 36 ha (89 acres)
Harvest: 954 hl (95 400 litres), 80% red, 10% rosé, 10% white.
Terroir: Plateaus and hills where ancient lands on schist and granite rub shoulders with red sandstones.
The vines cling to the slopes of the hills, between 250 and 550 meters above sea level.
Climate: At the crossroads of three climatic influences: in the west, the oceanic influence dominates, while the south is Mediterranean, and the north and east are more continental.
* Created by the EU in 1992, the IGP label designates products that have been produced, processed and developed in a specific geographical area, using the recognized know-how of local producers and ingredients from that region. The English equivalent is PGI (Protected Geographical Indication).
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