French red wine is made from French red grapes. The French red grape is a variety of the Vitis vinifera species that is used for wine production. The French red grape is a dark-skinned grape and is usually blended with other varieties of grapes to produce red wine. French red wines are typically medium-bodied with high acidity and low tannins. French red wines are often described as having "earthy" or "fruity" flavours.
French red wines are usually made from a blend of grapes, including Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Grenache.
The major French red wine producing regions are Bordeaux, Burgundy, and the Loire Valley.