One of France's smallest and most prestigious wine appellations, just east of Aix-en-Provence. A tiny 60-hectare zone dominated almost entirely by Chateau Simone, the defining producer of the appellation. Palette is planted on a north-facing limestone slope in a natural amphitheatre — an anomaly in Provence that allows for cool, slow ripening and remarkable complexity. Whites, roses, and reds all produced with extraordinary aging potential.
| Year | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | Cool north-facing slope moderated a warm Provencal year; exceptional red and white complexity |
| 2022 | — | Outstanding Provence vintage; Palette's unique terroir produced wines of unusual freshness and structure |
| 2021 | — | Challenging for much of Provence but Palette's sheltered aspect handled conditions well |
| 2020 | — | Long, even season; Chateau Simone red of exceptional aging potential |
| 2019 | — | Classic vintage with the appellation's signature herbal complexity and mineral depth |