Appellation Banyuls - AOC

### Banyuls (AOC) – Roussillon, France

The Banyuls AOC appellation, located in the sunny region of Roussillon, is renowned for its exquisite sweet wines. Nestled among the steep terraces of the Mediterranean coast, this wine region offers ideal conditions for vine cultivation thanks to its warm and dry climate. The schist soils, unique to this area, add complexity to the wines.

Banyuls wines are primarily made from typical grape varieties such as Grenache Noir, with hints of Grenache Blanc and Grenache Gris. The winemaking method, characteristic of sweet wines, involves muting the must during fermentation. This technique preserves the grapes' natural sugars, resulting in rich and opulent wines with aromas of ripe fruits, caramel, and cocoa.

Enthusiasts and collectors will find Banyuls to be perfect allies for wine cellar aging, offering an evolving aromatic palette over the years. Banyuls wines pair wonderfully with aged cheeses, dark chocolate, or dishes based on dried fruits.

Keywords: wine cellar management, sweet wines, aging in the cellar, Banyuls, Roussillon.