The Languedoc is a vast region stretching across much of the south and Mediterranean and is France`s single largest vineyard entity for its Vins de Pays wines.

Within the Languedoc lie several distinctly identified Vins de Pays (including the l`Aude, Gard and Hérault) and many appellations that maintain traditional local blends and styles such as Minervois, Corbières, Pic Saint Loup and Fitou.

An old French white wine variety that’s recently become increasingly popular for its lip-zapping white wines that pair perfectly with shellfish, oysters, and fried foods.

There are three versions, the dark-skinned Piquepoul noir, a very little grown Piquepoul gris, and the more common light-skinned Piquepoul blanc. The best examples come from the small Languedoc appellation of Picpoul de Pinet.

An eco-friendly producer situated 10km from the Eastern shores of the Bassin de Thau. Stéphane Roques employs green techniques to control pests in the vineyard and reduces carbon emissions by drawing energy from their bank of solar panels.

Theirs is one of the oldest planted vineyards near the French Mediterranean coast, specialising in white wine.