cotes de provence

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A wine from southeastern France on the Mediterranean coast: "Côtes de Provence" is a specific appellation for wine, primarily rosé, produced in the Provence region of southeastern France, bordering the Mediterranean Sea. It is a protected designation of origin (AOC/AOP).
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • We enjoyed a bottle of Côtes de Provence with our seafood dinner.
    • The vineyards producing Côtes de Provence benefit from the sunny, dry climate of southern France.
Advanced Usage
  • As a category or style: The term is often used to refer to the characteristic style of wine from this region, particularly its pale, dry rosés.
    • For a classic summer picnic, a Côtes de Provence is an excellent choice.
Variants and Related Words
  • Provence: The larger geographical and historical region in France where this wine originates.
  • Rosé: A type of pink wine for which the Côtes de Provence appellation is especially famous.
  • AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) / AOP (Appellation d'Origine Protégée): The French and European systems for certifying and protecting the geographical origin and quality of products like wine.
Synonyms
  • Provence wine: A more general term for wine from the Provence region.
  • French rosé: A broader category that includes Côtes de Provence as a prominent example.
Related Phrases
  • Côtes de Provence AOC/AOP: The full official name, emphasizing its certified status.
    • Look for the label "Côtes de Provence AOP" to ensure authenticity.
Noun
  1. a wine from southeastern France on the Mediterranean coast

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