The
vineyards of Montpeyroux have been producing wine since Roman times.
Its topography includes highlands, terraces and soil of clay and limestone.
The dry climate and isolation has enabled an uninterrupted tradition
of eco-friendly winegrowing. In recent decades luminaries like Sylvain
Fadat of Domaine d’Aupilhac have brought critical acclaim to Montpeyroux,
raising its profile yet higher.
Fashion
designer Christian Audigier was born and raised in Avignon, about
75 miles west of Montpeyroux and in the heart of southern Rhone wine
country. Audigier’s design work was influenced by the American tattoo
artist Don Ed Hardy, himself a fine artist who studied tattoo art
under Sailor Jerry and the Japanese masters. Together they launched
the successful Ed Hardy line of fashion designs in 2004. It is now
one of the hottest brands in the world.
Christian
Audigier wines showcase the significant natural charms of Montpeyroux
viticulture, exhibiting mouthfilling fresh fruit flavors. They are
produced at the Cave de Montpeyroux from grapes grown by the Roquefeuil
family which has been growing wine here since the 16th century.
Christian
Audigier Syrah offers an elegant nose of truffles and spice. Low yields
have resulted in terrific ripeness, deep, penetrating, and sweet tannins,
and a lush, velvety texture.
