French wines

French wine is world famous for its quality, variety and tradition. France is one of the oldest and most prestigious wine-producing countries, with over 2000 years of wine history.

France is home to some of the world's most famous wine regions, including Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, the Rhone Valley and the Loire Valley. Each of these regions has its own unique climate, soil and grape varieties, which give French wines their distinctive characteristics.

French wines can be red, white or rosé and range from light and refreshing to full and complex. The most popular grape varieties used in French wine production include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Syrah, among others.

French wine is known for its complexity and ability to age, with some wines improving for decades in the bottle. French winemakers also use different winemaking techniques, such as aging and blending in oak barrels, to create unique flavor profiles and characteristics.