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Bergerac AOC is a wine appellation of Southwest France, historically and geographically situated next to Bordeaux, stretching along the Dordogne River to the east of the famous Bordeaux region. Although Bergerac is often compared to Bordeaux, the appellation has its own distinct voice—less formal, more rural, yet clearly grounded in terroir-driven expression.
The appellation produces red, white, and sweet wines, based on the same grape varieties found in Bordeaux. Red wines are most commonly made from ‘Merlot’, ‘Cabernet Sauvignon’, ‘Cabernet Franc’, and ‘Malbec’, but in Bergerac they tend to show softer tannin structures, ripe fruit, and a more direct, approachable expression than classic Bordeaux wines.
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White Bergerac AOC wines are produced from ‘Sauvignon Blanc’, ‘Sémillon’, and ‘Muscadelle’. Dry whites are characterized by freshness, herbal notes, and a citrus-driven profile, while sweet wines—often influenced by noble rot—display notes of honey, stone fruit, and subtle spice, reminiscent of Sauternes, though typically in a lighter, less weighty structure.
Soils across the Bergerac region are highly diverse, including limestone, clay, sand, and alluvial deposits along the river. This geological diversity allows multiple styles to coexist within a single appellation and gives the wines a clear, unforced sense of place.
