Our look at Southern France encapsulates the expanse of the Occitane, starting with Cahors - which sits somewhere between Bordeaux and Montpellier - and is known for its deep inky reds made from Malbec (Côt) and Merlot. Next we head into the depths of the Roussillon, nearing the Spanish border for a spot of vertiginous winemaking in Calce, before heading eastwards in the mountains to the Minervois which is famous for its structured yet ethereal reds which have a strong hold in Cinsault. Leaving the wild expanse of the Roussillon, we travel east to the hills of Provence, notably the high plateau that makes up Coteaux Varois en Provence, and the beating heart of pale-pink, delicately scented rosé.