Straining at the leash
Roussillon may be Monty Waldin’s region of choice, but many producers there are having to work outside the AC system due to stringent regulations. RICHARD JAMES asks if this new creativity is paying off
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Fitou appellation splits from Languedoc
The entire Fitou appellation and its producers have left the regional association of Languedoc wineries (CIVL).
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‘South of France’ earmarks €7 million for export
Wine producers in the south of France have allocated around €7m - half their total budget - to export markets.
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Violent demonstrations in Montpellier
Protesters clashed violently with police in Montpellier as up to 8,000 wine growers demonstrated against the latest government measures.
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Generic advertising for Languedoc wines
Languedoc wines are to be promoted solely under the umbrella name of ‘Languedoc’, decanter.com has learned.
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Bandol harvest finishes early
The vintage in Bandol in Provence has finished early, with the annual harvest of 225 Mourvèdre vines planted on a motorway roundabout north of the town of Bandol.
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Big Turkish export push
Turkish wines are set to hit the UK as importer Alaturka teams up with two major producers to concentrate on exports.