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AOC Cairanne - Cru des Côtes du Rhône

Discover the Cairanne AOC

A Cru available in two colours: red and white! Cairanne is a village full of charm, nestled on a promontory in the middle of its famous vineyard… Vines as far as the eye can see are the pride of the appellation!

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Sophie is an epicurean. She was born in the heart of the vineyards, hence her love of wine and good things. If you're looking to discover Vaison Ventoux Provence and its little secrets, she's the one to turn to!

An exceptional terroir!

Composition of the terroir 

The vineyard separates two valleys: the Aygues and the Ouvèze, and three main areas characterise this terroir:

  • The terrasses of the Aygues located to the west of the village are formed of pebbles, clay and fine sand. This terroir produces wines with red fruit aromas and liquorice notes.
  • The Myocene hills including the ‘Montagne du Ventabren’ extend further north. Pebbles and marl are in perfect harmony, the vines express themselves generously and the wines offer aromas more focused on black fruits and spices.
  • As for the garrigues, they are found on the south side and are made up of stony alluvium, the wines have a sunnier side and the aromas are more spicy and on ripe fruits.

Between red and white,  my heart sways...

The red wines are mainly composed of Grenache and complemented by Syrah and/or Mourvèdre.

The white wines are blended mainly with Clairette, Grenache blanc and Roussanne.

White wine production is minimal but they are so exceptional that you absolutely must discover the white wines of this appellation!

"Coup de Coeur

The winegrowers, who care about the terroir, are carrying out some great projects:

To name just a few:“Je plante mon arbre à Cairanne” where 1,000 trees will be planted by 2025 by the winegrowers near their plots. Numerous chickadee nest boxes and bat shelters are also being installed to preserve and enhance biodiversity. Concrete actions such as planting local species, protecting woodlands, planting plant cover, etc. are in line with the Cru Cairanne landscape and environmental charter.

Harvest time in Cairanne!
Harvest time in Cairanne!
Vendanges à Cairanne !

Travel to the heart of the Appellation

This authentic appellation gets more dynamic with each passing vintage!

For example, with the creation of “Vin Mètre Cube” evenings in the heart of the vineyards! Festive and convivial, these evenings organised in July provide an opportunity to meet the appellation’s winegrowers in a superb atmosphere with the sumptuous landscapes and sunset as a backdrop! And to make it even more of a surprise, the exact location of each evening is revealed at the last minute!

In the heart of the Old Village, the Fête du Vin celebrated on the last Sunday in July brings together estates and houses to honour the appellation! Strolling along the ramparts, you can take in the sumptuous views while tasting the red and white vintages of the winemakers.

A festive, family-friendly atmosphere between sharing and conviviality while enjoying the sunset over the Rhône Valley. The festivities continue with a musical and festive atmosphere and various food trucks to treat your straws.


The Cairanne AOC drawn in the sky!

A light show for an exceptional anniversary!

To celebrate this half-century of wine festivals, the Cairanne AOC is seeing things through… and in lights!

On the occasion of this emblematic festival, an exceptional event will sublimate the evening of Sunday 27 July with a nocturnal drone show. The Provencal skies of Cairanne in Vaison Ventoux Provence will light up during this ballet that is at once magical, poetic and modern!

From the heights of the village, let yourself be carried away by a unique visual and emotional experience, where the history, passion for wine and the magic of the place are outlined in the sky. An enchanted interlude to be experienced with family or friends, with your eyes turned towards the stars.

A first in the region, a suspended and unforgettable moment, befitting this unique anniversary.

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