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About Southwestern French Red

About Southwestern French Red
High-quality wines, without the Bordeaux price tag, can be found throughout the southwestern (or, in French, "Sud-Ouest") part of France. At 120,000 acres, the South West of France is the country's 5th largest wine region, being divided into four subregions of its own (Bergerac & Dordogne River, Garonne & Tarn, Lot River, and Pyrénées); each possessing distinctive climates, character, and grapes.

Top Picks for Southwestern French Red

Chateau De Gayon 2016 Dou Barrinquet Madiran
94 points
$29
A rich and robust red that is ideal for everyday drinking while complex enough to pair with roasted meats and weekend dinners.
Quintessence De Beauportail 2019  Pecharmant
92 points
$30
Ripe and vibrant fruit with restrained oak influence and excellent structure lead to a Bordeaux style blend that punches above its weight class.
Chateau De Gayon 2014 Dou Barrinquet Madiran
91 points
$29
The tannins resolve to a savory food friendly wine that is in a great window for drinking now.
Chateau Beauportail 2020  Pecharmant
90 points
$19
A very tasty way to get to France through your wine glass.