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France has nearly two million acres of vineyards, spread across more than 300 appellations, that produce roughly eight billion bottles of wine per year. Long story short, there’s a lot of vin in France for a tipsy traveler to explore. Yet most wine tourists stick to the well-trodden path: Bordeaux, Burgundy, Alsace, Rhône.
Not that there’s anything wrong with those world-class regions. But if you’re the kind of person who’s willing to try rare and unique grapes that you can’t always pronounce, the kind of drinker who’s unafraid of natural wines recommended by tattooed sommeliers, and the kind of traveler who likes to venture away from the masses, then consider the following wine itineraries.
SOUTHWEST FRANCE
For lovers of obscure grapes who want an alternative to show-offy Bordeaux
Where to Taste:
- L’Enclos des Braves, Gaillac
- Domaine du Moulin, Gaillac
- Domaine des Terrisses, Gaillac
LOIRE VALLEY
For laid-back wine drinkers who love good value and natural wines
Where to Taste:
- Catherine & Pierre Breton, Bourgueil
- Olga Raffault, Savigny-en-Veron
- Nicolas Joly, Savennières
SAVOIE AND ISÈRE
Alpine wines for those who love mountains, tasting, and exploring
(Photo: Coulee de Serrant)
Stretching from Grenoble to Chamonix, the famous names in skiing also boast a vibrant wine culture. Combine tasting with trekking through the mountains, where winery and café stops afford amazing views of Mont Blanc.
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