Episode 9: Carrie Sumner, An American Winemaker in Roussillon

In this episode, I am going to introduce you to Carrie Sumner. She produces wine in the region of Roussillon.For many years Spain's traditional winemaking styles (full-bodied, spicy, earthly reds, and slightly oxidized whites became the mainstream winemaking styles in Roussillon until the end of the last century. There is a boom of experimentation and creativity in Roussillon, much like the Languedoc. I like to think of Languedoc - Roussillon as the "Wine Artists" grottos of today. The land itself is more reasonably priced, so passionate new winemakers are flocking to this area. These regions had a reputation for producing only bulk or less serious wines, but this is simply not the case. You will find a higher concentration of immigrant/ ex-pat winemakers and those that wish to experiment or be more creative in their winemaking. There are more organic and biodynamic producers in Roussillon than in any other wine region in France. A growing number of producers are choosing to use IGP or Vin du France instead of producing within the AOC guidelines. Carries touch on this in the interview. Paris Wine Girlhttp://pariswinegirl.fr/IG: @pariswinegirlLinkedIn: Emily LesterCarrie Sumner Domaine des Enfant Website: https://www.domaine-des-enfants.com/IG: @carrieannesumnerSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CF3UBZLUWM84Q)

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Hello, welcome to the Paris Wine Girl podcast! I am your host Emily Lester an American Cabaret showgirl turn sommelier that sold everything and moved to France. I navigate a different path that is always lead by curiosity. I try to understand and celebrate the reasons why wine can transport you to another world the way art and creativity do. I like to tell stories, share interviews with you, and introduce you to the people behind the great wines I’ve discovered.