Saint Guilhem-le -désert

Explore the Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert IGP, a diverse terroir in southern France, nestled at the foot of the Cévennes and shared with Languedoc AOP and Pic Saint-Loup Cru AOP. From local gems like Grenache and Mourvèdre to international varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, and Viognier, this IGP offers a rich array of wines. With roots dating back to the Middle Ages, planted by Benedictine monks, it officially gained recognition in 1968 and expanded in 2009 to include 71 villages. Discover notable subzones like Val de Montferrand and IGP Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert Cité d’Aniane, showcasing the diverse terroir. Indulge in wines from this IGP, marked by a balanced climate, diurnal temperature variation, and limestone marl soils.