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February 2016
4th International Grenache contest
Results of the 4th International Grenache Contest are now available. This year again, Roussillon producers take home a nice amount of medals: Over the 73 presented Roussillon samples, a total of 38 were awarded: 17 with a gold medal, 19 received silver and 2 bronze medals. Both types of Roussillon wines contributed their share to the region’s victory: Roussillon Fortified Sweet Wines won 24 medals and Dry Wines got 14 medals. Launched by the Conseil Interprofessionnel des Vins du Roussillon…
Find out more »Roussillon Wines at Vinisud Trade Fair
86 producers from Roussillon will be presenting their wines at Vinisud. 32 000 visitors/buyers are expected for the world’s leading Mediterranean wines trade fair on 15-17 February 2016. As a participant, you will have the opportunity on 15th February to join for an Exceptional tasting of the Gold Medal Winning wines from the « 2016 Grenaches du Monde contest, Zaragoza » (from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, Hall B5 Conference Room). On 16th February, you’ll also be able to beef…
Find out more »March 2016
2016 Pro Wein Trade Fair
35 Roussillon wine producers will be participating in the2016 Pro Wein Trade Fair edition in Dusseldorf on 13 – 15 March 2016. Come meet them and taste their wines in Halls 11, 12 and 13! Click here to see the list of Roussillon exhibitors. A total of 52 000 professionals from the field are expected to gather for this major Trade Fair. Looking forward to seeing you!
Find out more »May 2016
Roussillon Portfolio Trainings
Roussillon Wines export manager Eric Aracil was in the US in May to give a series of seminars for importers interested in enhancing their knowledge and sales of their Roussillon portfolio. Thanks to Regal Wines, Southern Wines & Spirits South California and Wine & Spirits Consulting for their collaboration in the organization of these educational sessions. Eric Aracil will return in September 2016 for similar workshops.
Find out more »EXPLORE ROUSSILLON WINES LUNCHEON IN CHICAGO
On May 4th, 12 wine buyers from Chicago gathered at Maple & Ash for a magnificently-paired lunch showcasing Roussillon wines. Although many of them were already great fans of the region, they were wowed by the value to be found in the 20 wines they tasted from appetizer to dessert. A full report of the lunch including all references presented will be published in the SOMM Journal August/September 2016 issue. On the pictures from left to right: Kevin Bratt, Wine…
Find out more »June 2017
Wines of Roussillon Lunch with Somm Journal
Wines of Roussillon hosted a Lunch with SOMM Journal on June 7th at Bar Americain. On this occasion, seven wine buyers had the chance to participate in this special event in partnership with Somm Journal. From dry whites and rosés to dry reds and Fortified Sweet Wines, the participants the large palette of wine styles produced by the Sunniest region in France. The event was led by the region export manager Eric Aracil who presented the region and the 12…
Find out more »August 2017
Roussillon Vins Doux Naturels at the SWE annual conference – Portland, August 12th
Edward Korry CHE, CWE, CSS will lead a seminar on “Dessert Wines: Nectar of the Gods” showcasing 8 wines coming from Spain, Italy, France, Portugal and Greece during the 41st Society of Wine Educators annual conference. A special emphasis will be given to Roussillon Fortified Sweet Wines, as Edward will share his fresh experience following his visit to Roussillon in June. This will be a unique opportunity for the 75 educators attending the event to learn more about the region that…
Find out more »March 2018
Roussillon at Vinexpo New York
Attending Vinexpo New York and looking to find great value wines from the South of France? Make sure you meet Roussillon exhibiting producers! PARTICIPANTS VINEXPO 2018 NEW YORK March 5-6th COMPANY NAME BOOTH # LOCATION Bernard Magrez Grands Vignobles Du Sud 325 River Pavilion Château De L'ou 258 River Pavilion Les Vignes Olivier Decelle 512 River Pavilion M. Chapoutier 455 River Pavilion
Find out more »August 2018
Roussillon at SWE 2018
On Thursday, August 16th, Edward Korry, Associate Professor and Chair of the Beverage & Dining Service Department in the College of Culinary Arts at Johnson & Wales University in Providence, will give a Roussillon lecture “Roussillon: An Ancient and Reemerging Wine Region”. Where: Society Of Wine Educators 42nd Annual Conference – Conference Center East Address: Woodcliff Hotel and Spa 199 Woodcliff Drive Fairport, New York 14450 585-381-4000 When: Thursday, August 16th, 4.45 pm to 6 pm Link to the full program: here
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