AOP Languedoc - MontpeyrouxLanguedoc - Montpeyroux
filled to the brim
This manageably-sized appellation boasts countless inspired winegrowers,
which is an absolute blessing for showcasing its superb and complex terroir.
Foundation
June
1984
Territory
2
villages
Production
133 HA
Producers
17 independent wineries,
1 co-operative.
Colours
Red
100%
Main grape varieties
authorized for the reds
syrah
grenache
mourvèdre
carignan
cinsault
for more information:
www.montpeyroux-en-languedoc.comTerroir
There is unity of place here, but also evidence of a tormented geological past which gathers together every nuance (or almost) of clay-limestone soils stemming from the Jurassic to the Quaternary period. There are limestone plateau soils scattered with lava stones; blue marl; sand; and poor, stony soils of glacial scree. It has real visual appeal, pleasing the eye with its magnificent scenery, and the nose with its typical Mediterranean scents. Aromas of juniper, broom, heather, Mediterranean strawflowers and figs carry you away – and they often rise up in wafts from the wine itself!
Languedoc-Montpeyroux may be monochrome – all red – but certainly not monotonous. Its wines are the perfect epitome of the harmony that many present-day winegrowers seek – preserving their generous southern identity, namely through an extremely varied raft of aromas, whilst maintaining balance so as not to produce ungainly wines, both on the nose and the palate.
History
There is no doubt that this wine region has a story to tell and a strong personality fuelled by driven individuals and healthy competition amongst winegrowers. Such is their success that an application for stand-alone appellation status has been filed with INAO. Keep a close eye on this appellation!