Coteaux du Languedoc
The Coteaux de Languedoc is located in far southern France,between the cities of Montpellier (on the Mediterranean coast) and further north to Narbonne; this is an AOC zone within the larger Languedoc region. The Coteaux de Languedoc is planted to 20,000 acres of vines; there are numerous varieties, including Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre (red) along with Grenache Blanc, Clairette and Roussanne (whites). While the Languedoc is known for its rosé wines, this style of wine is not as important in the Coteaux de Languedoc, accounting for only 9% of the total wine production; white makes up 12% and red is 79% of the total. These are charming, medium-bodied wines meant for early consumption and are priced accordingly, often in the $15-$18 range.