Bergerac

Imagine strolling through the rolling hills along the Dordogne, just a stone's throw from Bordeaux – that's Bergerac. Time sometimes seems to stand still here, but the wines are full of life. What's so special about this region? It's like a smaller, more approachable sister to Bordeaux, with the same grape variety lineage: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Malbec for the reds; Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, and Muscadelle for the whites. But Bergerac goes its own way. Here you'll find red wines that sometimes come across as light, fruity companions for balmy evenings, and sometimes as powerful and structured wines that mature in oak barrels. And then there are the white wines! From crisp, fresh, and aromatic to the world-famous, lusciously sweet wines from Monbazillac, which taste of honey and candied fruit – there's something here for every mood and occasion. Everything is a bit more down-to-earth, often cheaper, but always with that unmistakable French charm.