Previously one of the named Cotes du Rhone Villages, the area around the town of Vinsobres became it's own AOC in 2006 ... 10 bucks it's a great price for wine from this region.

Protected by Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC) regulations, only wines from this region can legally bear the name "Champagne," with American counterparts referred to as sparkling wine.

International Wine Competition in November. The Grand Champion Best of Show – Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut Champagne AOC, NV, -- sold for $200,000 at auction to a group including ...