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France

Region
An expansive area with several of the main/classic wines regions of the world, as well as being home to some of the most famous grapes. Wine is part of the French culture and way of living.
High quality French wines are based on the notion of terroir and the Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC) system. Vins de Pays is becoming an increasingly important system in France giving the producers more chances to express themselves through less restrictive laws.
Regions: Alsace, Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Corsica, Jura, Languedoc-Roussillon, Loire, Provence, Rhône, Savoy, South West France
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Grenache, Marsanne, Mouvedre, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah and Viognier.