"dick" > wrote in
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> When in Avignon I was going to journey to Chateneauf du Pape and visit
> wtih some winerys. Reservations will be made in advance with a few.
>
> What other wine regions in South of France are worthy of a visit and
> spending some time. I will be driving from Perpignon to Nice over a
> 12 day period so have lots of exploring time.
>
> Thanks for any suggestions.
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At the risk of repeating myself, Gigondas, eat lunch at Les Florets just
north of the town proper. There are many producers who have degustation,
that is the word to watch for on signs. This is an area where potluck
can throw up some nice surprises.