Rhône Valley
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From hemp fields to CBD: the history of hemp in the Rhône Valley
In the Rhône Valley, hemp has long been a staple of everyday life. Grown for its fibres, seeds and domestic uses, it has shaped agricultural practices, landscapes and rural skills for centuries. Its history sheds light on how a local resource can be an integral part of rural life, before declining and then re-emerging in…
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Wines and vineyards of the Rhône Valley: Guide to AOC wines and appellations
The Rhône Valley is one of the most renowned wine-growing regions in France and Europe. The wines produced in its vineyards are characterised by great diversity and are protected by the AOC (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée) and PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) labels.