The wine region of Alpilles is located in the region of Méditerranée of Vin de Pays of France. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine de Trévallon or the Domaine de Trévallon produce mainly wines red, pink and white. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Alpilles are Merlot, Cabernet-Sauvignon and Roussanne, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Alpilles often reveals types of flavors of peach, black fruits or white pepper and sometimes also flavors of cassis, clove or mushroom.
In the mouth of Alpilles is a powerful with a nice freshness. We currently count 39 estates and châteaux in the of Alpilles, producing 130 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Alpilles go well with generally quite well with dishes of pork, rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) or shellfish.
Counoise is a black grape variety of Spanish origin. It is widely cultivated in the southern part of France. It is very similar to the aubun, with which it is often confused, and has a white cottony bud. Unlike the aubun, the leaves of this variety do not have teeth in the petiolar sinus. They are thick and large. Its bunches are medium-sized but its berries are large. It is advisable to prune it short so that it is productive. It matures in the second half of the year, but production depends on the vintage. This grape variety appreciates hillside terroirs, which are stony and warm. It fears grey rot without being sensitive to oidium and mildew. Counoise has two approved clones, 508 and 725. The wine obtained from Counoise is not very colourful. It is fine and fruity. Its aromas are diversified with notes of fruit, flowers and spices.
