The wine region of Perigord is located in the region of Atlantique of Vin de Pays of France. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Haut Vignac or the Château le Raz produce mainly wines red, white and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Perigord are Merlot, Cabernet-Sauvignon and Cabernet franc, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Perigord often reveals types of flavors of earth, black fruit or tropical fruit and sometimes also flavors of floral, vegetal or peach.
In the mouth of Perigord is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins. We currently count 52 estates and châteaux in the of Perigord, producing 126 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Perigord go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison).
Colombard is one of the oldest grape varieties in the Charentes. This golden white grape variety is a cross between Chenin and Gouais. The young leaves of colombard are yellow with bronze patches. The adult leaves may be three-lobed or whole, depending on the variety. Its branches are cottony. The bunches of this variety are thick and cylindrical. Its elliptical berries are medium-sized. They change color until they ripen, ranging from greenish white to golden yellow. Colombard is associated with an average budding. It is particularly susceptible to leafhoppers, grape worms, mites, mildew, powdery mildew and gray mold. It is also sensitive to water stress, but is not very sensitive to wind. It ripens late in the second half of the year. There are a dozen approved clones of Colombard, the best known of which are 608, 607 and 606. This variety produces a full-bodied, fine white wine. Aromas of lime, nectarine, boxwood, citrus and exotic fruits are released.
