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June 2021
Roussillon Masterclasses with Rosemary George MW
Master of Wine and writer Rosemary George will present two Roussillon masterclasses exploring the region, its appellations and its wines. She will present a selection of dry still wines and Vins Doux Naturels (Sweet Fortified Wines) from Roussillon's 14 AOPs and 2 IGPs. Copies of her new book, Wines of Roussillon, will be available on the day. Please click here to register.
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Wines of Roussillon Trade & Press Tasting
Nestled in the South of France between Spain, the Mediterranean Sea, the Pyrenees and Corbières mountains, the Roussillon boasts an exciting diversity of wines and terroirs. The Conseil Interprofessionnel des Vins du Roussillon invite you to discover 12 of its producers (including 8 seeking UK representation) and taste a range of still dry wines and Vins Doux Naturels from the region’s 14 AOPs and 2 IGPs. Two masterclasses will be presented by Rosemary George MW who will lead a talk…
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GRENACHES DU MONDE 2022
2022 marks the 10th Anniversary of the Grenaches du Monde competition. The town of Olite in Navarra will host this very special edition from 4 to 6 May 2022. A hundred national and international wine professionals will taste 1,000 grenache wines and select the very best. More information from www.grenachesdumonde.com
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WINES OF ROUSSILLON TRADE & PRESS TASTING
The CIVR and some of Roussillon's leading wine producers will be presenting their portfolios of still dry wines and Vins Doux Naturels (fortified sweet wines) at Church House in London on Monday 13 June 2022. Trade and press are invited to discover Roussillon's key appellations, styles and terroirs, as well as meet the producers behind some of the most exciting wines currently produced in southern France. For more information, contact: winesofroussillon@otaria.co.uk.
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Roussillon Sommelier Masterclass
Wines of Roussillon will present a special masterclass for UK Sommeliers at 67 Pall Mall in London on Monday 26 September 2022. Eric Aracil will present a tutored tasting of Vins Doux Naturels featuring 8 stunning examples of fortified sweet wines from Roussillon. He will explain the history and techniques behind their making and shed a light on their ability to match a range of cuisines and dishes, from savoury to sweet and classic to exotic. Vins Doux Naturels are…
Find out more »February 2023
Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris
Wines of Roussillon will be present at the Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris fair from 13th to 15th February 2023 with 53 producers, alongside the Conseil Interprofessionnel des Vins du Roussillon (CIVR) (Hall 4, Stand F310). First in the calendar and one of the leading trade fairs for the wine industry, Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris is a professional event not to be missed. It celebrates the wealth and diversity of French and international terroirs in the heart of the…
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Wines of Roussillon at London Wine Fair
Wines of Roussillon and the CIVR are delighted to be taking part in the London Wine Fair, from 15th to 17th May 2023, at London Olympia. This is an opportunity for the trade and press to discover or rediscover some of Roussillon’s key appellations, styles and terroirs. The Roussillon stand will be at location B40 and the following producers are looking forward to showcasing their stunning wines: Château de l'Ou Château Nadal Hainaut Clos d’Elpis Domaine de Rombeau Domaine F…
Find out more »June 2023
Grenaches du Monde 2023
For the first time in its history the annual Grenaches du Monde competition was held outside Europe and took place in New York City during the first week of June 2023. Entries were assessed by a jury composed exclusively of American trade representatives (importers, distributors, sommeliers) and influencers (media and specialist wine writers). This annual competition is open to all wines mainly produced from Garnacha/Grenache without restriction of colour, origin or nationality. For more information, go to Grenaches du Monde.
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For the first time in its history, the Grenache du Monde competition is being held in the United States of America. During the month of June, the US jury will be assessing Garnacha/Grenache wines.
Find out more »July 2023
Harpers Top 25 Sommeliers
For the second year running, the CIVR is proud to support Harpers Top 25 Sommeliers initiative, recognising the very best in the profession. Hundreds of applications have been received and the much-awaited list of 25 finalists will be revealed on 7th July 2023.
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