Pierrevert (formerly known as Coteaux de Pierrevert) is an appellation in Provence. It applies to red, white and rosé wines. Grenache and Syrah are the dominant grape varieties used in Pierrevert red and rosé wines, complemented by Carignan and Cinsaut. The white wines are made from a balanced blend of Grenache Blanc, Ugni Blanc, Clairette and Roussanne.
Interestingly, the appellation laws also allow for a small addition of Vermentino. Best known for its role in the white wines of Italy, it has recently been adopted by the wine producers of southern France. The vineyards are located in 11 parishes, including Pierrevert. Another, Languedoc-roussillon/corbieres">Corbières, should not be confused with the entirely separate Corbières appellation in the Languedoc).
Decanter attended Tesco’s spring/summer 2022 portfolio tasting at the end of April where over 140 wines were on show, 38 of which are new to the range. In anticipation of the full list of top buys, to follow soon, we’ve rounded up a few of our favourites to get you in the mood for spring. Tesco’s wine buying team highlighted 24 wines as their must-try buys, and five of these have featured in our initial spring roundup below. We think they showcase the diversity of the Tesco range and the value t ...
Wealthy bidders gathered under a big tent just outside Ritz-Carlton golf resort in Florida to compete for ‘one-of-a-kind’ lots in the live auction at Naples Winter Wine Festival 2022. Organisers said a record amount of more than $23m was raised at the latest edition of the annual charity event, which was founded by the Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF). Rather than focus solely on wines, the live auction is known for offering exclusive experiences in partnership with some of the ...
Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris, running from 14 to 16 February, will host a discussion on climate change as part of series of roundtable ‘wine talks’ at the show. Decanter contributor and international consultant Rupert Joy will moderate the discussion on ‘making wine in a changing climate’, to be held at 2:30pm on Tuesday 15 February, in Hall Six. Members of the panel include: Pau Roca Blaso – director general of the International Organisation of Vine & Wine Jeremy Cukierman MW – dire ...
