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Covering more than 65,000 hectares of vines, the Rhône Valley is France's second largest vineyard, covering 6 départements between Vienne and Avignon. It includes the AOC Lirac. The appellation area of this AOC extends near Châteauneuf-du-Pape over the territory of 4 communes (Lirac, Roquemaure, Saint-Geniès-de-Comolas and Saint-Laurent-des-Arbres) covering some 660 hectares of soil composed mainly of limestone, sand and pebbles. Grenache, Clairette, Bourboulenc, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Cinsault and Carignan vines, planted in the Mediterranean climate of this geographical area, produce white, rosé and red wines. The reds, which can be laid down for 2 to 8 years, are round on the palate, with notes of red fruit, leather and liquorice. The rosés are lively, with notes of red fruit and almonds. Finally, the white wines are both fresh and round on the palate, with intense floral notes.

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ANTECEDENCE

ANTECEDENCE

DOMAINE DES MARAVILHAS Vallée du Rhône
€16.80
  • Bio
  • Biodynamie
Canto-Bruno

Canto-Bruno

DOMAINE DES MARAVILHAS Vallée du Rhône
€19.20
  • Bio
  • Biodynamie
LA REINE DES BOIS

LA REINE DES BOIS

Domaine de la Mordorée Vallée du Rhône
€25.50
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  • Biodynamie
LIRAC

LIRAC

DOMAINE CORNE LOUP Vallée du Rhône
€15.50
MysTerre

MysTerre

Domaine Tour Saint Michel Vallée du Rhône
€17.05
PRADAU Rouge

PRADAU Rouge

DOMAINE DES MARAVILHAS Vallée du Rhône
€18.00
  • Bio
  • Biodynamie
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AOC Lirac: Everything You Need to Know About the Wines of This Appellation

History of the AOC Lirac Appellation

Located in the southern Rhône Valley, AOC Lirac is one of the region's oldest appellations. Historically renowned for its quality wines, Lirac captivated the palates of the Avignon popes in the 14th century and gained its AOC status in 1947. While it may be less famous than some of its neighbors like Châteauneuf-du-Pape, AOC Lirac offers red, white, and rosé wines with excellent value for money.

Climate and Terroir of the AOC Lirac

  • Climat: AOC Lirac enjoys a Mediterranean climate with sunny, hot, and dry summers, and mild winters.
  • Sols: Lirac is characterized by its stony terraces and sandy soils, which give the wines a great finesse reminiscent of those from Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

Signature Grape Varieties of the AOC Lirac

AOC Lirac produces blended wines from a wide variety of red and white grape varieties, with the main ones being:

  • Red and Rosé Wines:

    • Grenache (majority)
    • Syrah
    • Mourvèdre
    • Cinsault
    • Carignan

  • White Wines:

    • Clairette
    • Bourboulenc
    • Ugni Blanc
    • Grenache Blanc
    • Roussanne
    • Viognier
    • Marsanne

Style of AOC Lirac Wines

  • Red Wine: These wines have an intense garnet-red color. The nose reveals ripe red and black fruits, sweet spices, leather, and licorice, sometimes evolving into truffle notes as they age. The palate is round, generous, and delicate.
  • Rosé Wine: These wines display a pale pink color with salmon reflections. Aromas of red berries, citrus (grapefruit), and flowers dominate. The palate is fresh and balanced.
  • White Wine: These wines feature a straw-yellow color. The bouquet is marked by citrus, white fruits, and white flowers. The palate is round and fresh.

Best Food Pairings with AOC Lirac Wines

Here are some recommendations for pairing AOC Lirac wines from a domaine or château:

  • Red Wine:

    • Roast lamb with thyme
    • Gardianne de taureau (bull stew)
    • Wild boar stew

  • Rosé Wine:

    • Tomatoes with basil and burrata
    • Vegetable tian

  • White Wine:

    • Provençal-style snails
    • Grilled sea bream
    • Goat cheese