Ventoux

The Ventoux appellation was granted AOC status in 1973, cementing several centuries of heritage and tradition in viticulture. In 2008, the current appellation replaced that of Côtes-du-Ventoux, without significantly altering its character. The appellation’s geographical area extends primarily south of Mount Ventoux and the Dentelles de Montmirail, passing through the Monts du Vaucluse and extending to the Cavalon.
Located within a site designated a “Biosphere Reserve” by UNESCO in 1990, the terroir benefits from this rich environment.

The soil of the Ventoux appellation consists partly of weathered limestone, partly of a mixture of sand and ochre-colored clay, and partly of limestone boulders and scree originating from the mountain. Combined with the Mediterranean climate and microclimatic influences stemming from the variation in valleys, mountains, and plains, the terroir of Mont Ventoux imparts a wide range of nuances to the wines.

Primarily red in color—though rosés and, more rarely, white wines are also available for sale— Ventoux wines are mainly produced from the Grenache Noir, Syrah, Cinsault, Mourvèdre, and Carignan grape varieties. Ventoux reds are characterized primarily by their suppleness and the richness of their aromas. The wines produced by estates such as Xavier Vins, Château Unang, Domaine de la Brunely, and Terra Ventoux explain the growing reputation of the Ventoux appellation.