Provence Wine ()

Although the more familiar examples of Vermentino come from northern Italy (particularly Liguria) and the island of Sardinia, the grape variety is also found in France, where it is usually referred to as Rolle. Château Pigoudet, located in the north of the “Côteaux d’Aix-en-Provence” appellation, has done something quite innovative here, blending the plump, floral Vermentino (85%) with the bright, steely Sauvignon Blanc (15%), to create a light, cool, sophisticated wine that's as airily refreshing as a Mediterranean breeze. Brilliant pale yellow in color, this offers fresh, floral flavors and aromas of peach, almond and Provençal herbs, with notes of white grape jam hovering in the background.

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have officially entered the wine business. This is the inaugural release for the wine made on their Provence estate, Château Miraval. Made in a partnership with the Perrin family of Château de Beaucastel, this is one of the most anticipated rosés we can ever remember.