Château Deffends
Château Deffends produces rosés from Provence, the Mediterranean region where pale, dry wines have become a modern standard. The winery's Cuvée Première Côtes de Provence Rosé blends Shiraz, Grenache, and Cinsault—a combination that draws on the region's warm climate and limestone soils to craft wines with structure and freshness. The broader Côtes de Provence Rosé extends the palette with Cabernet Sauvignon and Carignan, creating a more complex expression of the appellation's traditional varieties. Both wines have been assessed by Wine Enthusiast. Provence rosés occupy a particular place in modern wine culture: neither light nor heavy, they pair across cuisines and seasons, and they reflect the region's commitment to precision in a category often dismissed as casual.
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Wine Enthusiast