{"title":"Southwest","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSud-Ouest \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c!--en--\u003e\u003cp\u003eSud-Ouest, or Southwest France, is a versatile wine region with a rich winemaking tradition. Here, characterful red, white, and sweet wines are produced from both well-known and indigenous grape varieties. Notable appellations include Cahors, the birthplace of Malbec, and Madiran, famous for its powerful Tannat wines. Thanks to a landscape of hills, rivers, and a mild climate, the region offers a great diversity of wine styles. For enthusiasts who enjoy exploring off the beaten path, Sud-Ouest is an excellent choice. At Vechtstreek Wijnen, you will find a carefully selected assortment of wines from this authentic French wine region.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tarani-sauvignon-blanc","title":"Tarani Sauvignon Blanc","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes Tarani Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine has a remarkably soft structure and the taste is dominated by exotic fruits such as mango, star fruit, melon, grapefruit, and green apples. It has a full, lively finish and is an easy-drinking wine. This characteristic Tarani Sauvignon Blanc is one of the best-selling wines in the range, and for good reason! An ideal house wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine \u0026amp; Food\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy this soft, smooth \u003cstrong\u003eTarani Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e gem as an aperitif, with salads, snacks, finger food, light fish dishes, and goat cheese, or simply on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSauvignon Blanc originates from France. We frequently encounter this grape in the Loire wine region in northern France, where Sancerre and Pouilly Fumé are famous. However, Sauvignon is also found in New Zealand, where the grape gives the wine even fresher, more vibrant, and exotic notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/sauvignon-blanc\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eSauvignon Blanc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egrape variety is one of the best-known and most used grape varieties for the production of white wine. This grape variety is cultivated worldwide and is famous for its fresh, acidic taste with notes of green apple, lime, and passion fruit. Sauvignon Blanc wines are usually dry, which makes them perfect for a warm summer day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Tarani vineyards are located in Comté Tolosan in the Sud-Ouest region, around Toulouse. Comté Tolosan includes three characteristic Sud-Ouest appellations: Cahors, Fronton, and Gaillac. The region is located just north of Toulouse along the Tarn and Garonne rivers and has a particularly long winegrowing tradition. The soil consists of sand, clay, and alluvial river soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eModern white wine vinification with a short maceration of the skins before pressing. This is followed by fermentation at a low temperature (16 degrees). Maturation takes place in stainless steel tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tarani\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eTarani\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSauvignon Blanc is best enjoyed as young as possible, at least within 2 years of harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSauvignon Blanc is often associated with the Loire and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/nieuw-zeeland\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eNew Zealand,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e but Southwest France also produces surprisingly accessible wines from it. The Tarani especially showcases the tropical side of the grape, with mango, melon, and star fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vinovalie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58944311886149,"sku":"3721","price":6.65,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/1183\/2133\/files\/ce1bfdc9d1e48946d2ecf4eb356f0f4bdb19ee72.jpg?v=1790321739"},{"product_id":"tarani-gamay-rose","title":"Tarani Gamay Rosé","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting note Tarani Gamay Rosé\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTarani Gamay Rosé has a bright, salmon-pink color and treats the nose to fresh, fruity aromas of strawberries, raspberries, and red currants. The palate is juicy and lively with crisp acidity and a wonderfully refreshing finish. Light, supple, and harmonious, this is a rosé bursting with pleasure, without being complex. Ideal for those who love accessible, modern-made rosé with a pure character. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarani Gamay Rosé\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e i\u003c\/span\u003es versatile and comes into its own as a summer aperitif, with light salads, shellfish and crustaceans, fresh goat cheese or soft cheeses, and even with sushi or refined Asian dishes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTarani Gamay is a fresh and lively \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/rose-wijnen\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b2002b;\"\u003erosé wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e that is perfect to drink all year round, and it is not without reason one of the best-selling rosés in our range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tarani\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b2002b;\"\u003eTarani\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b2002b;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare located in the Comté Tolosan in the Sud-Ouest, surrounding Toulouse. The Comté Tolosan includes three characteristic Sud-Ouest appellations: Cahors, Fronton, and Gaillac. The region lies just north of Toulouse along the Tarn and Garonne rivers and has a particularly long viticultural tradition. The soil consists of sand, clay, and alluvial river deposits. Click \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tarani\"\u003ehere \u003c\/a\u003efor more wines from this winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun fact \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany wine lovers know Gamay primarily from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/beaujolais\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b2002b;\"\u003eBeaujolais,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e but this Tarani shows that the grape also thrives in Southwest France. The wine is made from 100% Gamay and is intended above all to let its juicy red fruit character speak for itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine scores\/awards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConcours Général Agricole Paris 2020 - Gold medal (2019)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGold medal – International du Gamay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e93 points – WineWherEver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 stars – Vinavisen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e90 points \/ 6 out of 7 stars – Danish WineTaster\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vinovalie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58944311918917,"sku":"3722","price":6.65,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/1183\/2133\/files\/69533d773aa85deb25eafdcdc731bfb4026e5970.jpg?v=1790321742"},{"product_id":"tarani-malbec","title":"Tarani Malbec","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting note Tarani Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiverse aromas of ripe plums, cherries, and jam. Additionally, some sweet spices: think of licorice and vanilla. On the palate, a slightly sweet entry, followed by a warm and long finish. The structure features silky fruit. Dark purple-red color. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine \u0026amp; Food\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarani Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e is delicious with a cheese board featuring aged Gouda, stews, spiced lamb, Moroccan meatballs, spicy vegetables, Surinamese dishes, or a large T-Bone steak from the grill. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards of the \u003cspan style=\"color: #b2002b;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tarani\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b2002b;\"\u003eTarani\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b2002b;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ewinery are located in the Comté Tolosan in the Sud-Ouest region around Toulouse. The Comté Tolosan includes three characteristic Sud-Ouest appellations: Cahors, Fronton, and Gaillac. The region lies just north of Toulouse along the Tarn and Garonne rivers and boasts a particularly long tradition of winemaking. The soil consists of sand, clay, and alluvial river deposits. This wine is the answer to Malbec wines from Argentina; give it a try. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun fact \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e Tarani Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e has now earned several awards. 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The wine has a somewhat thicker and velvety mouthfeel. A unique blend of seven grapes. This red Frenchman is dark red in color and has a firm structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: muli\"\u003eWine \u0026amp; Food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerre Métissée\u003c\/strong\u003e is delicious with red meat or game dishes, such as venison from the Big Green Egg, a burger, or a cheese board. But this blend also pairs surprisingly well with Asian cuisine. Bon appétit!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: muli\"\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis firm and velvety Terre Métissée is a blend of Malbec, Braucol, Négrette, Grenache, Carignan, Mourvèdre, and Syrah grapes. This wine is the French answer to Malbec wines from Argentina.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRed wine vinification with long skin maceration for optimal color extraction. The wine ferments and matures in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. During maturation, the wine has 2 months of contact with wood chips. Ready to drink now, but can be cellared for several more years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tarani\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eVinovalie\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is a unique collaboration between four cellars in Southwest France: Rabastens (Gaillac), Técou (Gaillac), Côtes d’Olt (Cahors), and Fronton. They have joined forces like four musketeers to tackle the challenges of our time. Utilizing often unique circumstances and respecting local traditions, modern wines are made that align well with contemporary taste preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTerre Métissée means \"mixed land\" or \"land of blending.\" The wine literally originated from bringing together different wine traditions and terroirs from Southwest France and Languedoc. Vinovalie and Dom Brial collaborated to combine seven grape varieties and four different terroirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd that makes the name perfectly apt: different grapes, different regions, and different wine traditions come together in one bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vinovalie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58944337281349,"sku":"3754","price":9.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/1183\/2133\/files\/dd56c50048b297bd0331c216ea05f849ff73e76e.jpg?v=1787299496"},{"product_id":"plaimont-le-faite-saint-mont-rouge","title":"Plaimont Le Faîte Saint-Mont Red","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting note Plaimont Le Faîte Saint-Mont Rouge \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose reveals ripe dark fruit (blackberries and blackcurrants), nuts, spices (bay leaf) and a hint of toast. The palate is characterized by ripe fruit, liquorice and a soft mouthfeel with some riper tannins. It has a lovely freshness and length. This wine can certainly be aged for several years. Deep purple colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlaimont Le Faîte Saint-Mont Rouge\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wine to sit back and enjoy. The best pairings are Serrano ham, grilled red meat, duck breast and a fine cheese board. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an absolutely iconic wine from the Saint-Mont region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducteurs Plaimont is the powerhouse of the Sud-Ouest and one of the most innovative wine companies in all of France. With 1,000 affiliated winegrowers, approximately 5,250 hectares of vineyards and a production of around 385,000 hectolitres, Producteurs Plaimont is the largest player in the Sud-Ouest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFun fact: the wooden plaque is a tribute to how winemakers used to do things. In the past, wines were stored in clay soil and a label would have been lost. Hence, wooden plaques were used instead of a label. 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A powerful wine, yet with a velvety texture. Long, intense, and one that shows this wine is truly something special.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine \u0026amp; Food Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis flavor bomb deserves a dish with some power but remains surprisingly versatile at the table. Naturally classic with Confit de canard, a classic French favorite with crispy skin and juicy meat. Cassoulet, the rich, hearty local bean stew with sausage and bacon and... Portobellos filled with goat cheese and walnuts, ideal for vegetarians.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plaimont\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eLes Producteurs de Plaimont \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ecome only good, delicious, and very affordable wines. Take this Neo Mad Madiran, for example. Classically, the Tannat grape is central to this powerful, contemporary red wine. Tannat is therefore the star of Madiran and known for its intense character, firm tannins, and deep, dark fruit. But here in the Neo Mad, this grape gets a modern twist: ripe, refined, and surprisingly accessible, without losing its rugged edge. The Neo Mad is an ode to the tradition of Madiran, but with a playful, contemporary vibe. And that is definitely worth trying! It is actually a sensory journey of discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducteurs Plaimont is the locomotive of the Sud-Ouest and one of the most innovative wine companies in all of France. With 1000 affiliated vignerons, approximately 5,250 hectares of vineyards, and a production of about 385,000 hectoliters, Producteurs Plaimont is the largest player in the Sud-Ouest. 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The region is located just north of Toulouse along the Tarn and Garonne rivers and has a particularly long winemaking tradition. The soil consists of sand, clay, and alluvial riverbed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eModern white wine vinification with a short maceration of the skins before pressing. This is followed by fermentation at a low temperature (16 degrees). 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