Fitou is one of the oldest vineyard in Languedoc Roussillon. Greeks were the first to grow vines. Romans improved the wines. Fitou has always been famous. It was one of the most important wines during Louis the XIV reign.

Most Fitou are red.

They are dark, powerful and meaty red wine. They should mature at least 2 years before tasting.

However Fitou vineyards close to the Mediterranean sea are medium red wine, more elegant and supple.

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Fitou wine information :

Name:	Appellation Fitou Controlée
Location:	South of Narbonne and Corbières
Places:	Cascatel des Corbières, Caves, Fitou, La Palme, Leucate, Paziols, Treilles, Tuchan, Villeneuve les Corbières
Soil:	Clayey limestone
Size:	2,500 ha ( 6,200 acres)
Production:	7.5 million bottles
Grapes:	Carignan, grenache, mourvèdre and syrah
Type of wines:	Medium to full body red wine
Age:	Up to 10 years
Vintages: (recommended)	2006, 2004, 2001, 2000, 1998
Aromas:	Licorice Vanilla Spice
Food:	Turkey Game
Cheese:	Pelardon Next: Minervois

 
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