Provence

Overview

Provence is the oldest wine-producing region in France, with a viticultural history that stretches back to the Phoenicians and ancient Greeks. Nestled between the Alps and the Mediterranean, its landscapes of scrubby hills, olive groves, and lavender fields have become synonymous with the art of living well.

Though celebrated above all for rosé, Provence also produces structured, expressive reds and refined, mineral whites. The region runs from the glitzy Côte d'Azur westward through the limestone massifs of Bandol and the rolling plains of Côtes de Provence.

The Provençal palette is defined by the garrigue, the wild herbs, thyme, rosemary, and lavender that perfume the air. This herbal signature, combined with bright acidity and saline freshness, gives the wines an unmistakable sense of place.

Key Varietals

• MourvèdreThe king of Bandol, giving powerful, age-worthy reds and rosés with dark fruit, wild herbs, and firm tannins.
• Grenache & CinsaultThe backbone of Provençal rosé, contributing pale color, red berry flavors, and a delicate, refreshing profile.
• SyrahAdds color, spice, and structure to both red and rosé blends, particularly in cooler inland sites.
• Rolle (Vermentino)A fragrant white grape producing wines of white peach, citrus, and almond, increasingly prized in coastal appellations.