From grapes of the best vineyards that grow parallel to the Mediterranean coast, The Pale by Sacha Lichine is strongly influenced by the fresh sea air of the French Riviera. These salty and sundrenched soils give the wine a dry yet fruity character. Vin du Pay du Vars. The Pale comes from an assembly of softly pressed juices selected with the greatest care. Aging is done on fine lees 5-8 months in stainless steel tanks.