Graves; Pessac Léognan, Bordeaux, France as a Wine Region
Vin de Pays (vahn duh peh-YEE) One of the lower levels in the French Classification system, Vin de Pays is an intermediary wine, created for vineyards who were not quite AC, but vastly superior to Vin de Table wine. Vin de Pays has restrictions similar to the AC, but on a lesser scale. Regulations include specified region, minimum alcohol level and grape varieties. The wine also goes through a tasting panel. Some winemakers able to make wine at an AC level, instead choose to create wine at the Vin de Pays level as it allows more flexibility in grape varieties and yields. There are five regional Vin de Pays, with the most popular being Vin Pays d'Oc (from Languedoc & Roussillon). Vin de Pays wines offer wonderful value and good wine finds.
France as a Wine Country
Capital: Paris
Currency: Euro
When it comes to wine, France is a classic. Classic blends, grapes and styles began in the country and they still remain. Think about it - people ask for a Burgundian style Pinot Noir, they refer to wines as Bordeaux or Rhone blends - Champagne even had to pass a law to stop international wineries from putting their region on the label of all sparkling wine.
The top regions of France are: Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Languedoc-Roussillon, Loire, Rhone. And these regions are so diverse! It makes sense that wine regions throughout the world try to emulate their style. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah are no longer French varieties, but international varieties. They may not be the leader of cutting edge technology or value-priced wines, but there is no doubt that they are still producing wines of great quality and diversity.
Wines from Pessac leognan Region
| Wine | £ |
|---|---|
| 2002 Esprit de Chevalier Rouge, Pessac Leognan 55% Cabernet, 40% Merlot, 5% Cab Franc. Made from young vines, this classic Graves incorpo.. | 17.00 |
| 2001 Esprit de Chevalier Blanc, Pessac Leognan One of the smartest white Bordeaux's we've seen for a long time. Really fresh and .. | 17.00 |
| les Hauts de Larrivet Haut The second wine of the legendary Graves property L'Arrivet Haut-Brion, this represents.. | 10.00 |
| Château Larrivet Haut 'Classic Graves aromatics of soy, cedar, underbrush, sweet currants and cherries along wit.. | 23.00 |
| Chateau de Fieuzal 1988 Pessac Leognan Scoring 86/100 Parker points this super red wine from the good 1988 vintage "The 198.. | 55.00 |
| Haut Gardere 1920 Pessac Leognan This rare white wine is from the good 1920 makes an amazing gift. It has no label and is c.. | 180.00 |
| CHATEAU COUHINS Initially dominated by the citrus fruit character which will deepen with several years in .. | 28.83 |
| 2002 Esprit de Chevalier Rouge, Pessac Leognan 55% Cabernet, 40% Merlot, 5% Cab Franc. Made from young vines, this classic Graves incorpo.. | 16.99 |
| 2001 Esprit de Chevalier Blanc, Pessac Leognan One of the smartest white Bordeaux's we've seen for a long time. Really fresh and attracti.. | 13.99 |
Hotels on map
| Hotel | £ |
|---|---|
| Hôtel du Faisan Conveniently located in front of the Bordeaux Saint Jean train station, in a pleasant p.. | 52.00 |
| quality hotel sainte catherine This 19th century hotel is located in pedestrian zone, right in the centre and close to.. | 78.00 |
| Appart Valley Residence Les Chartrons Appart Valley Rsidence Les Chartrons is situated near the center of the historical dist.. | 46.00 |
