France
France is one of the world’s most influential wine-producing countries, with a winemaking heritage that spans centuries. Its diverse climates, soils and landscapes have given rise to a remarkable range of distinctive wine regions and styles, from the celebrated vineyards of Bordeaux and Burgundy to Champagne, the Rhône Valley, Loire and Alsace.
France is home to many of the world’s best-known grape varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah. French wine is strongly associated with the concept of terroir - the relationship between grape, climate, soil and place - and its producers balance long-established traditions with modern techniques and growing commitments to sustainability. French wines remain benchmarks of quality and influence producers and consumers around the world.
