Rhône Valley
France
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Forming a corridor between the Mediterranean and Northern Europe, the Rhône Valley extends over six French departments. The region draws its strength from this rich and powerful river, which shapes its landscape and molds its character. The wines grown between Vienne and Avignon, between the Massif Central, the Alps and the Mediterranean Sea, draw their strength from the sun and caressing wind, and from the determination of the region’s many wine-growers to produce quality wines while respecting the environment. These wines, crafted and inspired by a great variety of grape varieties and terroirs, give pleasure to wine-lovers in all parts of the world.
Region
68,132 hectares of growing area
9 appellations
People
1,525 independent wineries
91 cooperatives
390 trading companies
Production
2.78 million hL
33% exports
265 million bottles sold per year
1,616 production units
Impact
51,000 jobs, direct and indirect
1.15 million annual oenotourists
520 wineries classified for their welcoming quality and open to the public
Primary Grape Varietals
Syrah
Viognier
Roussanne
Marsanne
Grenache
Grenache Blanc
Mourvèdre
Clairette