{"title":"Languedoc","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Languedoc is one of France's largest and most exciting wine regions, stretching along the Mediterranean coast from the Rhône towards the Spanish border. Long known for producing generous everyday wines, the region has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past few decades. Today it's home to ambitious independent growers, old vineyards, diverse landscapes and an incredible range of styles, from crisp whites and elegant rosés to characterful reds and sparkling wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"felicettegrenachenoir","title":"Felicette Grenache Noir","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"270\"\u003e\"Space Cat Wine\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"270\"\u003eA modern, fruit-driven Grenache Noir from the Languedoc in southern France, made by the Félicette project (a playful, space-themed range that focuses on clean, expressive, easy-drinking wines).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"617\"\u003eIn the glass it shows a bright ruby-red colour with a slight purple edge, immediately giving a sense of freshness rather than heaviness. The nose is very upfront and fruit-led, with raspberry, strawberry and red cherry, often joined by a soft floral lift (violet) and a light touch of sweet spice. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"963\"\u003eOn the palate it’s smooth, medium-bodied and very approachable, with soft tannins that keep everything easy rather than structured or grippy. The fruit stays central throughout, juicy red berries, a little plum, and a gentle spice note that adds shape without pulling it away from its relaxed style. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felicette","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43744628834542,"sku":"5060110820634","price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/506600B4-9FBD-4E4E-884D-CFD125A36339.jpg?v=1753185900"},{"product_id":"villa-blanche-chardonnay","title":"Villa Blanche Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003eVilla Blanche Chardonnay is a distinguished white wine from the Languedoc region in southern France, produced by the Calmel \u0026amp; Joseph winery. This wine is celebrated for its elegance and balance, offering a harmonious blend of fruitiness and subtle oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 vintage presents a luminous and generous profile, embodying the Mediterranean lifestyle with its love of good living. It features aromas of floral notes and apple, complemented by a creamy texture and flavors of peach and apricot. The wine is well-balanced, with a fresh finish and a distinctive saline note. \u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.calmel-joseph.com\/en\/villa-blanche\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ml-1 inline-flex h-[22px] items-center rounded-xl bg-[#f4f4f4] px-2 text-[0.5em] font-medium text-token-text-secondary dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary relative top-[-0.094rem] !text-token-text-secondary uppercase hover:bg-token-text-primary hover:!text-token-main-surface-secondary dark:hover:bg-token-text-primary group\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"truncate\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Calmel And Joseph Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43744696369390,"sku":"3760044790899","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/IMG-0712.heic?v=1748198878"},{"product_id":"domaine-des-terres-falmet-vdf-st-chinian-carignan","title":"Domaine des Terres Falmet VdF (St-Chinian) - Carignan","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrapes are harvested by hand, with 100% destalking. The fermentation process involves pump overs with a five-week maceration, followed by aging in tanks for at least 18 months. He bottles his wine with around 30mg\/l of total sulphur, offering a great value Southern French wine with bundles of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally from the Aube, where his brother Joel produces champagne, Yves Falmet's journey into winemaking began in Montpellier, where he studied science. He earned a degree in biochemistry and spent a year conducting research with the INRA. His global travels took him to California, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, and Hungary, where he gained valuable experience before returning to France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1996, with limited resources and the help of a loan, Yves purchased a few hectares of old bush vines, some up to 90 years old, on north-facing limestone-clay hillsides in the northern St Chinian appellation between the villages of Creissan and Cebazan. The land was so steep that it had been abandoned in parts, with the remaining vineyards at risk of the same fate. From the beginning, Yves rejected conventional viticulture for its environmental impact but also found certain aspects of organic farming too lenient. He developed his own ecological yet rational approach to viticulture, grounded in thoughtfulness, pragmatism, and an open-minded philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine des Terres Falmet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45687647305966,"sku":"17729","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/capture_2024-08-21-12-04-24--0000.jpg?v=1748198329"},{"product_id":"la-mariota-le-vol-de-etourneaux","title":"La Mariota Le Vol de Etourneaux","description":"\u003cp\u003eLa Mariota's \"Le Vol des Étourneaux\" is a red wine from the Roussillon region in France, crafted by Argentine vintners Cecilia Diaz and Guillermo Campos. The name translates to \"The Flight of the Starlings,\" referencing the birds that flock to vineyards during grape ripening. This cuvée is a blend of Grenache Noir, Carignan, and Syrah grapes, sourced from vines averaging 50 years old, rooted in clay and limestone soils. The grapes undergo a short whole-cluster maceration of five days, followed by fermentation with natural yeasts. Aging occurs over four months in demi-muid barrels and an additional four months in tanks, resulting in a wine that's unfiltered and unfined, with a total sulfur dioxide content of 18 mg\/L. The wine presents a lighter color but delivers robust flavors and textures, characterized by bright red fruit notes, floral aromas, and a touch of Mediterranean herbs. It's recommended to serve this wine slightly chilled, making it an excellent choice for spring and summer occasions. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Mariota","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55729506976125,"sku":"18687","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/La_Mariota_Le_Vol_de_Etourneaux.jpg?v=1748197799"},{"product_id":"clos-de-le-barthassade-les-cargadous-2022","title":"Clos de la Barthassade Les Cargadous 2022","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"638\"\u003eA vibrant white from the sunny Languedoc, this organically and biodynamically farmed cuvée blends Roussanne and Chenin Blanc (with small additions of Carignan Blanc, Chardonnay, and Vermentino in 2022) from old vines rooted in stony clay and ruffe soils. Hand-harvested, the grapes are whole-bunch pressed, fermented with native yeasts, then matured for 11 months in 500L barrels before finishing in stainless steel tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003eBursting with ripe stone fruits, white peach, pear, citrus, and a touch of apricot and lemon sorbet, this wine balances a generous, slightly rounded texture with energetic acidity and a lingering minerality. The finish, marked by subtle salinity and a refined bitter-saline edge, gives it a clean, gastronomic appeal that pairs beautifully with fish in sauce, grilled langoustines, dry cheeses, or even lemon tart.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clos de le Barthassade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56839435747709,"sku":"18968","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/Clos_de_la_Barthassade_Les_Cargadous_2022.jpg?v=1760099544"},{"product_id":"clos-de-le-barthassade-pur-c-cinsault-2023","title":"Clos de la Barthassade Pur C (Cinsault) 2023","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eA bright and graceful expression of pure Cinsault from the Languedoc, Clos de la Barthassade Pur C 2023 is made from hand-harvested vines averaging 35 years old, grown on limestone-scree terraces in Montpeyroux. Crafted organically and following biodynamic rhythms, this red is vinified using natural yeasts, gentle gravity-fed extraction, and 85% de-stemmed fruit. It spends eight months maturing, mostly in stainless steel with a splash of barrel aging, for freshness and purity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eVibrant and juicy, Pur C opens with redcurrant, strawberry, raspberry, and elderberry aromas, framed by subtle floral and spice nuances. The palate is delicate and refreshing, with soft tannins, a crisp texture, and a light, lively finish, especially enjoyable when slightly chilled. Pair it with light grilled dishes, seasonal salads, or even fruit-based desserts for a beautifully versatile, easy-drinking red.\u003cbr data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"977\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wineandco.com\/clos-de-la-barthassade-pure-c-2023-56884-fr-eur-fr.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.wineandco.com\/clos-de-la-barthassade-pure-c-2023-56884-fr-eur-fr.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clos de le Barthassade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56839435977085,"sku":"18969","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/Clos_de_la_Barthassade_Pur_C_Cinsault_2023.jpg?v=1760099530"},{"product_id":"ludovic-engelvin-igp-du-gard-celas-2020","title":"Ludovic Engelvin IGP du Gard \"Celas\" 2020","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"291\"\u003eDomaine Ludovic Engelvin IGP du Gard “Célas” 2020 is a pure-Grenache red from a north-facing parcel planted on sandstone (Grès de Célas) near Pic Saint-Loup in the Languedoc\/Gard region of southern France, grown organically and hand-harvested. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"743\"\u003eThe wine is vinified with indigenous yeasts and aged in stainless steel and fiberglass with no fining or filtration, allowing the expressive fruit and terroir to shine. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e On the nose and palate it offers ripe blackberry and dark cherry fruit framed by subtle floral, herbal and spice notes, supported by racy acidity and fine, silky tannins that give balance and length. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eThis single-vintage cuvée combines concentration and freshness with a sense of place, making it a compelling expression of Grenache from old vines on unique sandstone soils.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ludovic Engelvin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57808037839229,"sku":"19355","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/8953\/3422\/files\/Ludovic_Engelvin_IGP_du_Gard_Celas_2020.jpg?v=1770821183"}],"url":"https:\/\/thebeerhive.co.uk\/collections\/languedoc.oembed","provider":"The Beerhive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}