Luberon
Luberon is one of the appellations of the Rhône Valley. This A.O.C., created in 1988, is geographically located around the Luberon National Park in the southeast of France and covers a vineyard area of 3,220 hectares.
The dominant variety cultivated is syrah, followed by garnacha, mourvèdre or monastrell, cinsault, and cariñena. Regarding white varieties, the most prominent are garnacha blanca and vermentino. From these, wines are produced, of which 47% are rosé, 29% red, and 24% white. The rosés stand out for their structure and fruity nose, the reds for their balance, elegance, and spicy finish, and the whites are appreciated for their liveliness and predominance of floral notes.
The dominant variety cultivated is syrah, followed by garnacha, mourvèdre or monastrell, cinsault, and cariñena. Regarding white varieties, the most prominent are garnacha blanca and vermentino. From these, wines are produced, of which 47% are rosé, 29% red, and 24% white. The rosés stand out for their structure and fruity nose, the reds for their balance, elegance, and spicy finish, and the whites are appreciated for their liveliness and predominance of floral notes.
Climate
Mediterranean climate, although in Luberon the nights are cooler than in other areas of the Rhône Valley. This thermal difference between day and night creates the ideal conditions for producing excellent whites in the southern part of the appellation.
Soil
Limestone marl, Miocene sands, and sandstones and slates.
Hectares
3220
Annual production
15,000,000
Location
Rhône Valley, southeastern France
