Wine regions of France: Provence
Located in the south of France, Provence is the southernmost wine-producing region in France. This region has a Mediterranean climate with mild wet winters and hot summers. The climate, along with geography and soils, are what set this region apart from the others.
Soils are primarily limestone and clay with some gravel deposits in certain areas. This combination helps to retain heat and allows for drainage while also slowing down evaporation in the summer months. These types of soil can be found throughout Châteauneuf-du-Pape, one of France’s most famous appellations located just north of Avignon on the Rhône River. The… Read more