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Guilla (or Willa) of Provence or Burgundy (873-924) was an early medieval Frankish queen consort in the Rhone valley.
- Côtes de Provence
- Coteaux d’Aix en Provence
- Coteaux Varois de Provence
- Les Baux de Provence
- Cassis
- Bandol
- Palette
- Bellet
- Pierrevert
The largest AOC, and the biggest producer with about 75% of wine production (of which 89% is Rosé), this region is also the most diverse. Because of the region’s size, there are a variety of influences at work: differences in climate, altitude of vineyards, soils and rainfall, for example, can be so varied that there’s actually a difference of 60 d...
Second in size, this region is heavily influenced by the famous Mistral winds. The vineyards here date back as far as 600 BC and were prized by the Royal Courts of Europe in the 15th century. Today, Rosé is king and is usually a blend of Grenache, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Syrah and Counoise. Cabernet Sauvignon is grown here too. The first plantings of ...
AKA “The Heart of Provence”, this region in the middle of Provence features undulating limestone mountain ranges so there are a multitude of ‘meso-climates’. Vineyards at these slightly higher altitudes are cooler so the grapes benefit from longer, slower ripening, giving the finished wines good acidity, complex flavors and structure. Again, Rosés ...
This is probably the toastiest part of Provence; so hot it’s home to the Val d’Enfer or “Valley of Hell”. Located north of the ancient city of Arles, the area is named after the fortified 13th century town of Baux. Vineyards lie on the hillsides of the Alpilles mountains and, although the climate and rugged terrain are inhospitable, it’s perfect fo...
Along the Mediterranean coast of Provence, just east of Marseille, the steep, white limestone cliffs of the Massif des Calanques meet the sea and this is where you find the very first AOC of Provence (1936); Cassis. The vineyards were pretty much destroyed by the Phylloxera epidemic in the 18th century, but were replanted and now Cassis is the regi...
If Cassis is all about whites, then its neighbor to the east is the perfect opposite. Bandol, named after the ancient Phocaean port, also suffered at the hands of phylloxera, but when replanting took place the vignerons knew that the arid, infertile, well drained sandy marl and limestone soils were perfect for heat loving, late-ripening Mourvèdre. ...
Nestled below Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence and coming in at only 100 acres, Palette is the smallest AOC of Provence. The vineyards were planted on the limestone and clay soils by the Romans around 100 BC and the area is now home to over 25 grape varietals (some obsure), all hand harvested and subject to specific blending rules and aging requirements. ...
The vineyards of Bellet dot the steep hillsides surrounding the city of Nice on the far eastern edge of Provence. This is another area that uses some uncommon grape varietals. The dominant white varietal is Rolle (Vermentino) and it’s the only AOC in Provence that is allowed to use Chardonnay. Red and Rosé are mostly made with Braquet and Folle Noi...
Pierrevert is the newest (1998) and the most northerly of the Provence AOCs. Located in the Alpes de Haute Provence , next to the Luberon, there is a definite Rhone influence both in the grape varieties and style. You’ll find red blends of Grenache and Syrah with perhaps some Cinsault and Carignan, and whites such as Grenache Blanc, Rolle (Vermenti...
The Ultimate Guide to Provence Wine. One of the world’s most important sources of pink wine, Provence rosé has become one of the most recognisable wine styles, but there is much more to enjoy as well, including full-flavoured reds and fascinating food-friendly whites.
Provence (Provençal) wine comes from the French wine -producing region of Provence in southeast France. The Romans called the area provincia nostra ("our province"), giving the region its name. Just south of the Alps, it was the first Roman province outside Italy.
Sun-drenched terroir of Provence, gives rise to an exquisite array of renowned and celebrated wines. From the delicate and renowned rosés to the robust reds and crisp whites, the Provence wine region is a treasure trove of diverse flavors and rich winemaking traditions.
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Get ready to explore red, white, and rosé wines of Provence with this guide to the region. Location. Provence is situated along the coast in the southeast corner of France. It’s bound by the Rhône River to the west and the breathtaking Côte d’Azur to the east.
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Rolle, Ugni Blanc, Clairette, Sémillon and Bourboulenc compose the whites. La Route des Vins . The Soul of the Wines of Provence. The best way to explore the wines of Provence is to open the doors of the region’s many cellars to immerse in the culture.
