Provence
The vineyards of Provence cover an area of France’s south-eastern coastline that measures roughly 200 kilometres from east to west. In this definitively Mediterranean climate – no Provencal vineyard is more than 55km from the Mediterranean
Provence has a relatively small number of appellations given its size, the largest of which is Cotes de Provence. The region has developed in 1955, like in Bordeaux, a classified ranking for wine estates. Only 18 estates are classified today.
The main red & rose grape variety throughout Provence is Mourvedre. It is often blended with Grenache and Cinsault. Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah are rising in prominence. Ugni-Blanc, Rolle are used for white wines.
The region is known predominantly for its rosé, which accounts for nearly 75% of wine production.
Château Sainte Marguerite
The Château Sainte Marguerite was created in 1929 on the base of an old farm house cultivated since Antiquity. In 1977, Brigitte et Jean-Pierre Fayard took over the Château.
The vineyard has been classified as a Côtes de Provence Cru Classé since 1955. Only 18 vineyards are classified in Provence.
The estate is covering 100 hectares divided in 65% for rose, 20% red & 15% white. It is located in La Londe des Maures, a village close to the Mediterranean Sea, which benefits all year round from an exceptional climate and sunshine exposure.
The vineyard is 100% organic since 2003 and more recently 100% Vegan, without use of animal products or derivatives.
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