Coteaux d'aix en Provence

A total of 49 communes make up the appellation of Coteaux-d’Aix-en-Provence producing red, rose and a limited amount of white wine.

Red wines are fruity and supple in their youth and peak after 2 or 3 years. The principle grape variety is Grenache but you are likely to find Cinsault, Counoise and Mourvedre in the blend.

Most of the production concentrates on light and fruity rose wines for early drinking and the white wines are made from Ugni Blanc blended with Clairette, Rolle and Bourboulenc.