Technically superior to Bordeaux AOC by only half a degree of alcohol, yet most of these wines do seem to have a greater consistency of quality, and, therefore, value. All generics are variable, but this one is less so than most.
RED These dry, light-bodied or medium- to fullbodied wines vary a lot but are generally fuller and richer than most red wines using the basic Bordeaux appellation.
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Carmenère, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot
2–6 years
WHITE Dry or sometimes sweet, light- to medium-bodied white wines that are little seen.
Sémillon, Sauvignon, Muscadelle plus up to 30% in total Merlot Blanc, Colombard, Mauzac, Ondenc, Ugni Blanc; the proportion of Merlot Blanc must not exceed 15%
1–2 years
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