Wine Region
Provence
Provence defines pale, dry rosé — Grenache, Cinsault, and Syrah on limestone hills with Mediterranean herb influence. Côtes de Provence and Bandol anchor the style.
Geographic context
- Climate: Mediterranean
- Soils: limestone, clay, schist
- Elevation: 0–400m
Parent region
Typical grape varieties
- grenache
- cinsault
- syrah
- mourvedre
Typical wine styles
Typical descriptors
Food pairings
FAQ
- Why is Provence rosé so pale?
- Short skin contact and gentle pressing limit color while preserving freshness.