AOC Côtes de Bergerac wines awarded at the Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge

A.O.C./A.O.P.

the Côtes de Bergerac appellation, which can be applied to different colour wines, shares the same boundaries as AC Bergerac, in the Dordogne department, east of Bordeaux. Soil types are calcareous clay, sand, Perigordian gravel and molasse from several periods, with the climate strongly defined by the ocean.

Grape varieties: Vins rouges, : merlot, cabernet-sauvignon, cabernet franc, malbec, fer servadou, mérille

The wines of this appellation

AC Côtes de Bergerac produces red and white wines. The whites range from medium-dry to sweet depending on residual sugar content. The red wines, with their intense, deep colour, exhibit aromas of crystallised fruit (prune), blackcurrant, spices and vanilla. They are rich, well-structured and fruity with an excellent propensity for ageing. Enjoy with duck or goose confit, duck breasts or cassoulet. The sweet white wines display an attractive golden hue. They combine aromatic freshness (crystallised fruit, honey, citrus fruit, exotic fruit) with roundness on the palate. As they mature they develop a remarkably full mouthfeel. They pair well with foie gras, poultry, white meat, fish served with mousseline sauce, or desserts.