Europe
France
Rhône Valley
The Rhône Valley is divided into Northern (Syrah-dominated) and Southern (Grenache blends) sections, producing some of France's most powerful and aromatic wines.
Key Grapes
Syrah
Grenache
Mourvèdre
Viognier
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Climate
Mediterranean in South, Continental in North
Soil Types
Granite
Schist
Limestone
Galets (river stones)
Wine Styles
Powerful reds
Aromatic whites
Rosé
Fortified (VDN)
Sub-Regions
Côte-Rôtie
Hermitage
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Gigondas
Crozes-Hermitage
Fun Facts
- 1Châteauneuf-du-Pape can use 13 different grape varieties
- 2The large stones retain heat for the grapes
- 3Côte-Rôtie means 'roasted slope'