Without a doubt one of the top reasons for visiting this great European nation is for its wine. France is the biggest producer of wine in the entire world. I have shortlisted some of the best French wine producing regions in this article.
Provence is a great region for those who like to see the sights and taste some exceptional quality of wine. Van Gogh once worked in this area, which has some beautiful medieval villages.
Bring your white wine glass if you’re on your way to Alasace on the East side of France. The varieties of grapes used in this region and the same as are used in the German wines across the border.
Bordeaux is the place to be if red wine is more your thing just make sure you have a red wine glass at your disposal. They do produce white wine in Bordeaux as well, which is famous for its sweetness. With an Atlantic coastline Bordeaux is able to easily export a lot of its wine.
Travel to Burgandy if you can’t quite make your mind up, as red and white wine are produced in equal measure in this region. In Burgandy the main wine produced is red wine. Beaujolais Nouveau is the only wine that can be drank in the same year that it was made.
When you talk about wine from France everyone knows about Champagne. The region is also the coldest of the wine producing provinces in France. They do make still wine in this region but naturally the main wine produced is sparkling wine. Use a Champagne glass to help you get the most out of this wine tasting experience.
The Loire Valley is a popular and beautiful tourist destination which also has some amazing wines produced along the river banks of the Loire River. Sauvignon Blanc is made in the Upper Loire valley.
Hopefully this article has given you some ideas of the best places to visit to suit your wine tasting preferences when you travel to France.
