A black grape originating from Spain where it is known as Monastrell, Mourvèdre all but disappeared after the Great French Wine Blight in the second half of the 19th century despite the swathes of plantings across the Mediterranean region. Known for its small and irregular yield, the variety is a popular crop once more, demanding gentle viticultural practices. In blends, it lends character to wines from the Rhône Valley

So, rosé is a blend of red wine and white wine, right? Wrong, of course. While this myth has been largely dispelled over time, a mystery still hangs over how rosé wine is actually produced. A mystery that our winery will gladly attempt to clear up in this article!

Summer is the season when fish and seafood dishes are best enjoyed. With varying degrees of saltiness and strength of flavour, and eaten "au naturel" or cooked, each seafood dish is best married with certain types of wine. We would like to share with you some of our favourite pairings!

Gabriel Meffre works with many different types of grape, but the rare and precious Viognier is one of the varieties which generates the most interest among wine lovers. Whether it has been soaking up the rays in sunny climes or enjoying the cooler climate of the northern Rhône Valley, it delivers a palette of aromas just as delicate as the touch required to grow this temperamental grape.