White wines

Similar to how some Provence wine is white, just a small fraction is. According to Vins de Provence, even though this represents less than 5% of total output, some consider these wines to be some of the best from the area. Some of the coastal whites with saline undertones, like those from Cassis, a fishing community close to the steep cliffs and azure waters of Les Calanques, a protected natural park, are particularly admired. Each appellation produces white wines with flavors ranging from floral to herbal to salty.

Clarette, grenache blanc, sémillon, ugni blanc, rolle (also known as vermentino), bourboulenc, sauvignon blanc, and other varieties are used to make Provençal white wine. These wines go nicely with shellfish, salads, fresh and fried seafood, as well as many traditional Provence foods. Some predict that white wines from Provence will become more popular, satisfying the global demand for mineral-driven, fresh wines to combine with food or enjoy as an aperitif. These wines have a great reputation but are difficult to find.