Languedoc-Roussillon
The French wine region with the most vineyard area; diverse reds, whites, and vins doux naturels.
About the region
The French wine region with the most vineyard area spans Mediterranean coast to Pyrenees foothills. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre dominate reds; Picpoul and Roussanne whites. Schist and limestone soils. Roussillon specializes in fortified Muscat and Grenache-based vins doux naturels.
