Provence appellation, the most renowned for its quality, spanning 1,400 ha, whose dominant grape variety is Mourvèdre growing on steep terraces close to the Mediterranean. It produces concentrated red wines with a dark robe, powerful and elegant, which develop aromas of ripe fruit, spices, cocoa and meat with age. They age for at least 18 months in barrels. Some rosés based on Grenache and Cinsault are also produced, as well as whites made from Clairette, Bourboulenc and Ugni blanc. The most renowned estates are Châteaux de Pibarnon, Pradeaux, la Rouvière and Domaines de Bégude and de la Tour du Bon.