Liz Sagues
Terrasses du Larzac vines beneath Pic Saint Baudile.
- Credit: Georges Souche.
When we can travel again there s one place at the top of my destination wish-list. Already, I ve been transported to this little-known and beautiful corner of southern France, virtually via a webinar and physically through its wines. That s whetted my appetite for more.
These reds express extraordinary character, of both place and people. From such a limited area – some 45 kilometres by 20 – they also show fascinating variety. They go from fruit-led and elegant, with silky tannins, to a wild and savoury essence of spiky herbs and brushwood; some are rich and immediately fulfilling while others are more introspective yet ultimately hugely rewarding. All are aromatic, with freshness balancing alcohol, and are blissful companions to grilled red meat or roast vegetables particularly.