IGP

IGP is a sub-region of France.

Growers build the wines around Cabernet Sauvignon, filling out the blend with Syrah, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

Vines root into clay, limestone and sand.

The climate is mediterranean, running high sunshine.

The vineyards themselves read as coastal and valley floor.

Red wine, white wine and rosé wine, plus one more is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows fresh and aromatic, citrus and floral notes, crisp and refreshing and perfect for warm weather pairing, plus two more.

Quality is codified by the IGP (Indication Géographique Protégée), which is worth reading off the label.

Pour them alongside grilled meats, spicy dishes, cheeses and seafood.

Serve chilled.

Best drunk young.

In the glass.

White: Fresh and aromatic, Citrus and floral notes.

Rosé: Crisp and refreshing, Perfect for warm weather pairing.

Sparkling: Fresh and youthful, Bright fruit flavors.

Grapes planted here.

Classifications.

• IGP (Indication Géographique Protégée)

Bottles to look for.

• Barton & Guestier B&G Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, IGP Pays d'Oc, France
• Cabalie Cuvee Vieilles Vignes, IGP Pays d'Oc, France
• Cabalie, IGP Cotes Catalanes, France
• Chateau Miraval 'Studio by Miraval' Rose, IGP Mediterranee, France
• Domaine de la Grange des Peres Blanc, IGP Pays d'Herault, France
• Domaine de la Grange des Peres, IGP Pays d'Herault, France
• Domaine de Trevallon Blanc, IGP Alpilles, France
• Domaine de Trevallon, IGP Alpilles, France

At the table.

• Grilled meats
• Spicy dishes
• Cheeses
• Seafood
• Light pasta dishes

Serving and cellaring.

• Serve chilled.
• Best drunk young.

Nearby regions.

IGP: common questions

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