
Provencal Wine France
Learn about Provençal wine, common tasting notes, where the region is and more …
More than just a European vacation hotspot and rosé capital of the world, Provence, in southeastern France, is a coastal appellation producing interesting wines of all colors. The warm, breezy Mediterranean climate is ideal for grape growing and the diverse terrain and soil types allow for a variety of wine styles within the region. Adjacent to the Rhône Valley, Provence shares some characteristics with this northwestern neighbor—namely, the fierce mistral wind and the plentiful wild herbs (such as rosemary, lavender, juniper and thyme) often referred to as garrigue. The largest appellation here is Côtes de Provence, followed by Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence.
Provence is internationally acclaimed for dry, refreshing, pale-hued rosé wines, which make up the vast majority of the region’s production. These are typically blends, often dominated by Mourvèdre and supplemented by Grenache, Cinsault, Tibouren and other varieties.
A small amount of full-bodied, herbal white wine is made here—particularly from the Cassis appellation, of Clairette and Marsanne. Other white varieties used throughout Provence include Roussane, Sémillon, Vermentino (known locally as Rolle) and Ugni Blanc.
Perhaps the most interesting wines of the region, however, are the red wines of Bandol. Predominantly Mourvèdre, these are powerful, structured, and ageworthy wines with lush berry fruit and savory characteristics of earth and spice.
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Chateau d'Esclans Whispering Angel Rose 2019Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Miraval Rose 2019Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Avaline RoseRosé from Provence, South of France, France
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Vanderpump Rose 2019Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Clos Cibonne Rose Tradition 2017Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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LVE by John Legend Cotes de Provence Rose 2019Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Mi Mi en Provence Grand Reserve Rose 2019Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Chateau d'Esclans Rock Angel Rose 2018Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Chateau Montaud Cote de Provence Rose 2019Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Figuiere Mediterranee Rose 2019Rosé from Provence, South of France, France
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Ultimate Provence UP Rose 2019Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Chateau De Berne Inspiration Cotes de Provence Rose 2019Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Chateau De Berne Romance Rose 2019Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Chateau Sainte Marguerite Rose 2019Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Clos Cibonne Cuvee Speciale Rouge 2017Other Red Blends from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Domaine De Cala Coteaux Varois en Provence Rose Classic 2019Rosé from Provence, South of France, France
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Chateau Simone Rouge 2014Rhone Red Blends from Provence, South of France, France
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Figuiere Atmosphere Rose Extra Brut 2017Rosé Sparkling Wine from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Figuiere Cotes de Provence Signature Magali 2019Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Le Charmel Cotes de Provence Rose 2019Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Whispering Angel X Baccarat Limited Edition Glassware & Rose SetMixed Collections from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Vanderpump Rose 2018Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Chateau Simone Palette Blanc 2016Other White Blends from Provence, South of France, France
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Chateau La Gordonne La Chapelle Gordonne Rose 2018Rosé from Cotes de Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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Aix Rose 2019Rosé from Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence, Provence, South of France, France
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