Wineries in Saint-Nazaire
Saint-Nazaire: plain wines with lagoon influence
Saint-Nazaire, close to Canet-en-Roussillon, sits in a plain landscape shaped by waterways and wetlands. The nearby Étang de Canet-Saint-Nazaire helps create microclimates that can bring a sense of freshness to the wines.
In the Roussillon Plain, alluvial soils and rolled pebbles favour full ripeness. You’ll find reds and rosés based on Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, as well as aromatic whites (Macabeu, Grenache Blanc). Many producers are turning toward organic practices.
To vary styles, compare Saint-Nazaire with the more inland hills of Les Aspres or with the limestone areas around Vingrau.