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  1. Cabalié
    CountryFrance
    Grenache-based blend
    Our most reordered red, a big southern French Grenache with velvety berry fruit and rich herby spice
    £10.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  2. Rhône Six
    Hearty, full-flavoured reds from outstanding producers in the Rhône
    £59.94 £85.94
    1 case (6 bottles) - £9.99 per bottle
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  3. Abbesse Sauvignon Blanc
    CountryFrance
    Sauvignon Blanc
    Brilliant, stony-fresh Sauvignon Blanc from our oldest friends in the Loire, the Bougrier family
    £10.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  4. Cabalié Cuvée Vieilles Vignes
    CountryFrance
    Grenache-based blend
    Big brother to bestseller Cabalié, more punch and power from concentrated old-vine fruit
    £14.49 per bottle when you mix 12+
    £15.99 per bottle
    £119.88 (£9.99 a bottle) when added to 12 other bottles
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  5. Cabalié Blanc
    CountryFrance
    Viognier-based blend
    Rich, rounded, yet crisp southern French white. As delicious as the much-loved red edition
    £10.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  6. Rex Mundi Shiraz Grenache
    CountryFrance
    Shiraz-based blend
    Black as sin, seductive and velvety, Rex Mundi will tempt you with its gorgeous, ripe fruit
    £10.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  7. Charles Cros Grande Réserve
    CountryFrance
    Syrah
    Outstanding Syrah Réserve from an exceptional cellar in Corbières. Luscious, dense and velvety fruit
    £14.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  8. La Belle Saison Sauvignon Blanc
    CountryFrance
    Sauvignon Blanc
    Pure, fresh and aromatic. A crowd-pleasing, medal-winning Sauvignon Blanc, great for summer sipping
    £9.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  9. Le Champ des Etoiles Pinot Noir
    CountryFrance
    Pinot Noir
    Lush, ripe and silky Pinot Noir, not from Burgundy, but from the Languedoc. A delicious star!
    £9.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  10. Vignobles Canet Picpoul de Pinet
    CountryFrance
    Picpoul
    Crisp, lemony Picpoul, a southern French grape that shot to fame, from a family domaine. Zingy fresh
    £11.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  11. Fisherman's Return
    CountryFrance
    White blend
    Refreshing, zippy, citrus-filled white from the shores of the Loire – what a catch!
    £10.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  12. Whispering Angel Côtes de Provence Rosé
    CountryFrance
    Grenache-based blend
    One of the world's finest rosés from an iconic estate and winemaker. Always utterly ravishing
    £17.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  13. Charles Cros
    CountryFrance
    Red blend
    Rich, silky, southern French red with generous ripe, herbal fruit – a gem from within Corbières
    £11.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  14. Le Prince de Courthézon Côtes du Rhône
    CountryFrance
    Grenache-based blend
    Luscious southern Rhône with Châteauneuf-like generosity and complexity. Berry-rich with spice
    £13.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  15. Moulin de Pontfract Rosé
    CountryFrance
    Grenache-based blend
    Classic Provençal elegance in this rosé by Monsieur Paul, master of pinks of brightness and charm
    £10.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  16. Le XV du Président
    CountryFrance
    Grenache
    Rich black fruit and intense spice in Le XV’s dense Grenache, a customer favourite for over 30 years
    £12.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  17. Le Parfum
    CountryFrance
    Gamay
    A luscious, berry-packed Gamay-focused red from the award-winning Beaujolais estate, Domaine Piron
    £8.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  18. Maison Maillet Rosé
    CountryFrance
    Grenache-based blend
    A pale, berry-fresh rosé from a fourth-generation family estate close to Bandol, in Provence
    £9.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  19. Le Malbec d’Hervé
    CountryFrance
    Malbec
    Blackberry, plum and a hint of liquorice - an irresistible Malbec from legendary winemaker Hervé
    £11.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  20. Château Moulin du Prieur
    CountryFrance
    Merlot
    Velvety smooth, richly fruity and deliciously supple drinking. Modern-style, great-value Bordeaux
    £9.99 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  21. Champagne Louis Dumont
    CountryFrance
    Pinot Noir-based blend
    Champagne with citrus, summer berries and toasted brioche notes, all carried on a creamy mousse
    £18.99 per bottle£37.99
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  22. Château Le Coin Sauvignon Gris
    CountryFrance
    Sauvignon Gris
    Have you tried Le Coin white? Pure Sauvignon Gris, it's rich and spiced, with lots of citrusy zing
    £13.39 per bottle when you mix 12+
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  23. Champagne Pol Roger Brut Réserve (in gift box)
    CountryFrance
    Pinot Noir-based blend
    Magnificent, 92-point Grande Marque Champagne – gorgeously concentrated fruit and fine bubbles
    £42.99 per bottle£54.99
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  24. Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut (in gift box)
    CountryFrance
    White blend
    Bollinger, “one of the ‘greats of Champagne” (Hugh Johnson), renowned for its rich, toasty style
    £39.99 per bottle£57.99
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French Wine FAQs

Why buy french wine from Laithwaites?


There are plenty of great reasons to buy from Laithwaites. Here are just a few:

  • Trust – we’ve been a family wine merchant for 50 years, with over 400,000 happy customers. Our customer service is second to none – reflected in our ‘excellent’ Trustpilot rating.
  • Quality – every year our team of buyers taste 40,000 bottles to bring you the best. Just 800 (that’s 2%) make the grade.
  • Range – our buyers don’t just sit in an office and make phone calls. They visit wineries all over the world – often small family cellars – to bring you authentic, handcrafted wines that you won’t find in your local supermarket.
  • Convenience – no need to struggle to the car with bulky bottles. We deliver straight to your door.
  • Peace of mind – with our no-quibble guarantee, you never need to worry about getting a bad bottle. If you don’t like a wine – for whatever reason – you don’t pay for it.  

And last but not least … we’re committed to leading the way in becoming more sustainable in all areas of the business. That’s why we were named Decanter’sGreen Champion of the Year in 2023.

When will my wine be delivered?


The day of your delivery will depend on which option you’ve chosen at checkout.  

  • For a standard delivery, we will deliver your order within three working days. Delivery to the Scottish Highlands, some other areas of Scotland, Northern Ireland and offshore islands can take an extra few days.
  • Usual delivery times are between 07.00 and 21.00.
  • You can select Next-day or Named-day delivery at checkout – but do bear in mind we don’t deliver on Sundays or Bank Holidays.

For the best experience we recommend you subscribe to our Unlimited service. A one-off payment of £29.99 entitles you to free delivery for a year – including free Next-day delivery. There’s no minimum order – you’ll get free delivery even on a single bottle. And you can get delivery to multiple addresses, so it’s perfect for gifting!

Can I get a wine subscription with Laithwaites?


Yes! It’s quick and easy to join our Wine Club.

You’ll start discovering new wines for less right away – and once you’re in you can easily tailor your subscription to your needs.

Want to skip or delay a delivery? No problem. Fancy a different style? We’ve a wide range to choose from. Want to swap in some of your favourite wines? It’s easy to do online. We’ll send a reminder email the week before delivery so you’ll have time to make any changes you like.

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What happens if I want to return a wine?


We want you to enjoy every bottle you buy from us. If you are not completely satisfied with any wine, for any reason, just let us know and you’ll receive a refund.  

Plus, we always want you to receive exactly what you need. If we deliver a case and it’s not wanted, just email us at customerservice@laithwaites.com and we’ll take care of it.

What are the top French wine regions?

France is home to renowned wine regions like Bordeaux, Burgundy and Champagne, each offering unique and prestigious wines.

These regions have become synonymous with fine wine and have set the benchmark for many types of grapes, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. There are 11 primary growing regions in France, the most well-known include:

  • Bordeaux: Boasting renowned châteaux and globally acclaimed red wine blends valued for their depth and structure, Bordeaux is a bastion for Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Its reputation is upheld through strict wine production standards, making its vintages sought-after globally with notable wines from Margaux, Pauillac and Saint-Émilion.
  • Burgundy: The spiritual home of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Burgundy wines are prized for their exquisite balance of power and finesse. Key Burgundian sub-regions include Côte d’Or, Chablis and Beaujolais.
  • Champagne: Situated in the northeast, Champagne is best known for its namesake sparkling wine. A sophisticated blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, Champagne offers diverse styles from the crisp Brut to the slightly sweeter Demi-Sec.
  • Rhône Valley: The Rhône River adds charm to this valley known for its Shiraz-centric reds in the north and Grenache blends in the south. Notable sub-regions include Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage and Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
  • Loire Valley: A hub for white wines, the Loire Valley produces top-tier Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and Melon de Bourgogne wines. The region’s crisp, high-acidity wines are showcased in labels such as Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, Vouvray and Muscadet.

Want to learn more? Read our guide to France;s Top Wine Regions

What are some of the best-known French wines?


French Red wine

French red wines are considered some of the best in the world – from Bordeaux’s deep and well-structured blends, Burgundy’s graceful Pinot Noirs, Rhône Valley’s assertive Shiraz, to the fresh and vibrant Gamay wines of Beaujolais.

France’s most famous red wine is the Bordeaux blend – an expert mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and other red grapes, creating age-worthy wines with complex flavours, rich tannins and a balanced structure. 

Another world-famous French red is the Rhône’s Châteauneuf-du-Pape. A Grenache blend, these wines are known for their rich and complex flavours, with notes of dark fruits, spices and herbs.

Other famous French red wines include:

  • Burgundy Pinot Noir. Some of the most expensive and celebrated wines in the world come from Côte d’Or (Burgundy’s Golden Slope). 
  • Beaujolais. The first Beaujolais of the harvest (called Beaujolais Nouveau) even has its own festival, celebrated on the Third Thursday of November each year.


French White wine

Burgundy Chardonnay, Chablis, Sancerre, Sauternes, Champagne… France showcases an impressive array of world-famous white wines, distinguished by regional nuances and unique flavour profiles.

Here are some of the standout varieties:

Chardonnay: One of the most widely planted white wine grapes in France, it is grown in several regions, including Burgundy, Champagne and the Loire Valley. While some French Chardonnays are crisp without oak ageing, others gain a rich, creamy flavour from maturing in oak barrels.

Sauvignon Blanc: Recognised for its lively acidity and lighter body, this grape thrives in the Loire Valley and Bordeaux. Its aroma often carries citrus, green apple, and gooseberry notes, complemented by a hint of minerality.

Chenin Blanc: Mostly grown in the Loire Valley, Chenin Blanc offers wines ranging from dry and sharp to sumptuously sweet, all underlined by its innate high acidity and layered flavours.

Riesling: Though primarily linked with Germany, the Alsace region in France is also home to the Riesling grape. Celebrated for their bright acidity and pure fruit tones, Alsace Rieslings also offer good ageing prospects.


French rosé 

For the best French rosé wines, look no further than Provence.

Located in the southeastern region near the Mediterranean, Provence rosés are adored for their dry, refreshing style and delicate, pale-pink colour. A blend of Grenache, Cinsault and Tibouren gives these wines their signature dry and crisp profile, supported by notes of lychee, strawberry and herbs – all underlined by a subtle minerality.

Other notable French rosés combine Grenache, Mourvédre and Shiraz, making wines with more sweetness and vivid fruit notes, such as raspberry, complemented by a distinct minerality.


French Sparkling Wine

The French created the most famous sparkling wine of all – Champagne.

Exclusive to its namesake region, Champagne is considered the pinnacle of celebration bubbles worldwide. Made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and/or Pinot Meunier, it’s a secondary fermentation in the bottle that gives Champagne its signature effervescence and smooth texture. Champagne styles range from the very dry Brut Nature to the more lush Demi-Sec.

In other regions, sparkling wine made using the same method as Champagne is called Crémant. This elegant and equally complex sparkling wine is a more affordable alternative to Champagne. Crémant is made in several regions, but the best-known is Crémant de Alsace – a creamy and floral sparkling wine.

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