laferriere This is a red wine from the southwest region of France with dark fruit flavors.

The Bergerac production region is an important wine production region in the southwest of France. It is located east of Bordeaux, along the banks of the Dordogne River, and is known as the "Bordeaux Back Garden". The main soil type in this production area is limestone, and the climate type is a mild Maritime climate. However, compared with the Bordeaux production area close to the Atlantic, the winters in this production area are colder and the summers are warmer. The seasonal climate is more distinct. April here is exceptionally wet, which is good for the growth of the grapevines and can effectively resist the occurrence of catastrophic spring frosts. In summer, the climate becomes warm and dry, which provides excellent conditions for grape ripening. From May to August, the average monthly sunshine duration here is as long as 200 hours, which provides good conditions for photosynthesis of plants. The dry climate in September made the grape flavor more concentrated, while the moderate humidity in October promoted the proliferation of botrytis, which is crucial for the production of top-notch sweet wines. Precipitation in November and December replenished the soil with moisture. The main red grape varieties in this production area are Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Malbec. Among them, Merlot accounts for about half of the vineyard planting area, and it has the strongest adaptability to the soil and climate of the Bergerac production area. Wines made with Merlot are aromatic, lively and smooth, making them rounder and more approachable. Malbec accounts for only 3% of all grape varieties, and its wines have a strong and delicate taste and dense color. The main white grape varieties in this area are Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle, and Chenin Blanc. Bergerac wines are usually made from a blend of multiple grape varieties. 65% of the wine produced in this region is red wine, 30% is white wine, and 5% is rosé wine. Its red wine style is similar to Bordeaux wine style. The berry flavor of this wine is delicious and prominent, with clear layers; the wine is medium-bodied, smooth in the mouth, and has soft tannins. There is also a legal production area in the Cote de Bergerac, a small production area with better quality.