Tolchards Wine Brochure 2023 - Magazine - Page 87
FRANCE - PROVENCE
PROVENCE
There is a lot of competition for the crown of most
glamorous wine region in France, but Provence has
a convincing claim. The sun-kissed beaches of the
Côte d’Azur and picturesque fishing villages of the
French Riveria conjure images of Millionaires and
Formula One. Hollywood stars make this area their
home and one or two even own highly rated wine
estates, think Miraval. Whilst there are some excellent
red and white wines available, the region is renowned
for its pale, Salmon pink Rosé, bone-dry and bristling
with thirst-quenching acidity.
Provence
DISTINCTIVE STYLE
Wine has been made here for over 2600 years, making Provence
the oldest wine-producing region of France. It is also the only
place to focus on Rosé and is home to the only research institute
dedicated to the style. Rocky mountain racing roads, wine,
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and lavender are the distinctive hallmarks of Provence.
