Var IGP

Var IGP is a regional wine designation covering the Var département in southeastern France's Provence region. This Indication Géographique Protégée encompasses a large territory extending from the Mediterranean coast inland to more mountainous areas, including parts of the Côte de Provence and various islands along the Riviera.

The appellation benefits from the Mediterranean climate typical of Provence, with hot, dry summers and mild winters. The diverse terroir includes coastal vineyards with limestone and sandy soils, as well as inland sites with clay and schist formations. The IGP status allows for considerable flexibility in grape variety selection, permitting both traditional Provençal varieties like Rolle (Vermentino) and international varieties such as Pinot Noir that might not be allowed under stricter AOC regulations.

Wines from Var IGP reflect this geographic and varietal diversity, ranging from crisp whites made from Rolle that capture the maritime influence of coastal vineyards to lighter reds from varieties like Pinot Noir that benefit from the region's sunny climate while maintaining freshness. The appellation's broad geographic scope and flexible regulations allow winemakers to explore different terroirs and grape combinations within the greater Provençal context.