The love affair between Roussillon AOP wines and the UK continues as shown by the recently released export figures for the first half of 2022. The United Kingdom, ranked as the 7th importer of Roussillon wines in 2021, moved up three places in the ranking to become the 4th largest... Read More
A smaller vintage of very good quality where patience and timely pickings made all the difference. Roussillon’s terroir was France’s most precocious this year. Due to the exceptionally hot weather, harvesting began earlier than usual with the first pickings recorded as early as August 3. This year again, it was... Read More
A group of London-based sommeliers recently travelled to sunny Roussillon. We asked a couple of them to summarise what they took away from their trip and what surprised them the most. Here is what they said in answer to our questions: Filipe Bhering Reis, Chef Sommelier at Annabels’ What will... Read More
The vineyards of Côtes du Roussillon Villages Les Aspres are dominated by views of Mont Canigou – the second-highest, and perhaps most iconic peak, in the region. This is the newest of the appellation’s designated villages, gaining official recognition in 2017. Les Aspres means “rough” or “arid” in native Catalan... Read More
Having always been defined by its diversity, IGP Côtes Catalanes became an official appellation in October 2002. The combination of a multitude of terroirs, a great range of authorised varietals, and the passion of wine growers have given rise to wines with elegance and authenticity. The appellation is a perfect... Read More
Research and Experimental Development in Roussillon set to enter new phase with new ‘Vinopole’ status for viticulture and winemaking research centre. The Conseil Interprofessionnel du Roussillon (CIVR) has owned the station viti-vinicole of Tresserre since 1974. It was one of the first French wine councils to own a pole for... Read More
Our Online Catalogue for the Wines of Roussillon Trade & Press Tasting 2022 is now live! Please take a moment to browse it here. And if you have still to sign up for the tasting, you can do that here. Wines of Roussillon’s flagship event will feature an extraordinary range... Read More
Roussillon is proud to support Harpers’ Top 25 Sommeliers, an initiative designed to recognise and celebrate excellence in the on-trade wine world. The Top 25 Sommeliers will single out those at the top of the profession and acknowledge the essential role they play in bringing exciting wines to consumers. The... Read More