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Côtes d'Auvergne is a wine region located in the central part of France. It is a part of the larger Loire Valley wine region and is specifically situated in the department of Puy-de-Dôme in the Auvergne region.
The vineyards lie along the slopes of extinct volcanoes, contributing a unique volcanic soil that is rich and fertile, and presents a distinctive terroir for wine production. This region is known for producing a variety of wine types including red, white, and rosé. The principal grape varieties used in this region are Gamay and Pinot Noir for red wines, and Chardonnay for white wines.
The Côtes d'Auvergne region is particularly known for its cool climate, which gives the wines high acidity making them fresh and lively. The reds are typically light to medium-bodied with red fruit characters, while the whites can range from crisp and mineral to rich and full-bodied.
Côtes d'Auvergne received its Appellation d'origine contrôlée (AOC) designation in 2010, which is a certification given by the French government that guarantees the wines come from the specific geographical area and are produced in a traditional manner.
There are five distinctive vineyard sites or "crus" within the Côtes d’Auvergne region: Boudes, Chanturgue, Châteaugay, Corent and Madargue.
Despite its small size and relative obscurity, the Côtes d'Auvergne region is increasingly gaining recognition for its unique and high-quality wines.