Discover the top 100 best wines of Vin de Pays of Vin de Pays as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the wines that are popular of Vin de Pays and the best vintages to taste in this region.
Intermediate category between AOC and Vin de France (renamed IGP in 2009), 27% of national volume. Accessible, expressive wines defined by their grape: opulent Chardonnay, lively Sauvignon, round Merlot, peppery Syrah, floral Viognier with apricot. 76 IGP in France at 3 scales: regional (Pays d'Oc, Méditerranée, Val de Loire), departmental or local. Flexible rules, wide range of permitted grapes, free grape and vintage labelling.
From everyday treats to maker's gems.
Whites with many faces: mineral and taut at Chablis (lemon, green apple, flint), opulent and buttery at Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet (hazelnut, brioche, yellow fruits), tense and chalky in Champagne (Blanc de Blancs). Also vinified sparkling and widely exported (Sonoma, Margaret River, Casablanca). A Burgundian variety, a cross of Pinot Noir × Gouais Blanc, half-sibling of Aligoté.
wines from the region of Vin de Pays go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of burger roll, pan-fried lamb heart or rabbit with white wine and mushrooms.
