Gaillac Braucol

Braucol is an ancient, local grape variety typical of the Southwest France, also known as Fer Servadou. Braucol is known for its rustic charm, firm tannins, and aromatic profile marked by black fruits, sweet spices, and subtle vegetal notes such as grilled pepper. It thrives in the Gaillac terroir and is raraly found outside the region.

The Larroque family offers us this unique Gaillac Braucol which reflects all the work, dedication and passion it has been perpetuating over centuries.

Wine Description

Vintage notes:

2023: The 2023 Gaillac Braucol vintage is the result of a warm spring and summer, which led to the grapes ripening rapidly. Despite the exceptional heat this year, the 2023 vintage has developed rich aromas and enhanced the charateristics of the grapes, giving the wine pure notes of black berries, cherry and black pepper.

About the South-West France:

Located around the town of Gaillac, between Albi and Toulouse, the Gaillac is a discreet region but full of character and part of the Occitania Region.
The history of the Occitania region dates to the pre-Roman Gaul because of the location of the region. Located in the South part of France, it was obviously one of the first piece of Gaulle conquered by Rome, beginning in 121 BC with the establishment of the province of “Gallia Narbonensis” and the founding of the current city of Narbonne. The arrival of the Romans brought major and lasting changes to the region such as the urbanization which followed the Roman patterns, with the development of cities such as Nimes, Arles and Toulouse. Roman influence extended beyond architecture, reshaping local administration, law, and the economy—particularly through the introduction of viticulture. This early Romanization, facilitated by the construction of key roads from Italy to Spain, made the region one of the Roman Empire’s most dynamic cultural centers in Gaul. Thus, the Romans had fundamental influence in the development of the Occitania region, especially regarding the development of viticulture, making the region as one of the oldest vineyards in France.

This lack of recognition is largely tied to the rapid rise of the Bordeaux wine industry during the Middle Ages. The development of the port of Bordeaux enabled easy access to international markets, especially England, which became a key destination for wine exports at this time. Moreover, Bordeaux authorities imposed a commercial monopoly known as the “privilege of Bordeaux Wines”, which restricted the sale of wines from inland regions (especially Occitania via the Garonne River which connects the region to Bordeaux’s ports) until Bordeaux wines had been sold. This practice significantly stopped the commercial expansion of South-Western wines and contributed to their long-standing marginalization.

However, the South-West is home to incredible resources, with a rich diversity of terroirs and a wealth of native grape varieties that are unknown outside the region. The mosaic of vineyards offers a wide range of styles, traditions, and expressions. In recent years, the region has begun to gain new momentum, as winemakers focus on quality, authenticity, and sustainable practices. Thanks to renewed interest from wine consumers, seeking originality and character, the South-West is gradually emerging from the shadow of Bordeaux and carving out its own identity on the national and international market.

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