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