From the Alps in the north and east to the warm Mediterranean in the south, this is a region of sunkissed flowers, herbs and vines. No wonder it produces such excellent pale pink wines and rich, full reds.

To miss this wine region would be a shame because its elegant rosé wines are some of the best in the world (85% of Provence’s wine production is rosé).

Reds wines from the region can also be very rewarding, although they are often expensive. Key grape varieties here are Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault.

Great local vineyards

• Chateau Verez (near Vidauban - down a very long track, but worth the drive) + 33 (0)4 94 73 69 90

 

Find out more about the region and search for accommodation in our Provence Region Guide.