Domaine Laguerre
Domaine Laguerre is a wine producer located in the Roussillon region of southern France. Established by Eric Laguerre in 1999, the domaine focuses on organic and biodynamic practices in their vineyards. They cultivate vineyards on schist and limestone soils, predominantly growing indigenous grape varieties such as Carignan, Grenache, and Syrah. Domaine Laguerre produces a range of red, white, and rosé wines that reflect the terroir of the Agly Valley where their vineyards are located. The wines are known for their freshness, purity, and expression of the unique characteristics of the region. Domaine Laguerre's wines have gained recognition for their quality and distinctiveness within the Roussillon wine scene.
Roussillon
Roussillon is in the far south of France, right next to Spain. It’s hot and dry, which means ripe, bold grapes. The main varieties are Grenache, Carignan, and Syrah for reds, and a couple of local white grapes like Macabeu.
Most wines here are full of flavour, often pretty robust, and usually good value. You’ll also see sweet fortified wines called “Vin Doux Naturel,” which are kind of a local thing.
If you like reds that are juicy and punchy, or you’re curious about dessert wines, Roussillon is worth a look. There’s less hype here than nearby regions, but loads of solid bottles.
Côtes du Roussillon
Côtes du Roussillon is in the sunny south of France, close to Spain. The weather here is hot and windy, which means the grapes get ripe easily. The main grapes are Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, and Mourvèdre for reds, with some whites made from Macabeu and Grenache Blanc.
Red wines from this area are usually bold and fruity, often with a bit of spice. Whites are fresh and not too heavy. Overall, wines from Côtes du Roussillon are straightforward, easy to enjoy, and offer good value.
France
France is where a lot of the world’s wine rules started, for better or worse. The big regions are Bordeaux (famous reds like Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot), Burgundy (mainly Pinot Noir and Chardonnay), Champagne (for bubbles), and the Rhône Valley (Syrah, Grenache, and friends). You’ll also find Loire (known for Sauvignon Blanc) and Alsace (think Riesling and Pinot Gris).
French wine can be pricey and confusing, thanks to all the rules around regions and labels. But there’s a huge range: from simple everyday stuff to bottles that cost as much as a holiday. Whether you want red, white, rosé, or sparkling, France pretty much covers it all.