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Whispering Angel Rose Chateau d'Esclans Cotes de Provence 2025 750ml
Château d'Esclans | Whispering Angel Rosé | Côtes de Provence 2025
There is a reason Whispering Angel became the world's most recognized Provence rosé: it is simply, consistently, beautifully made. Sacha Lichine and his team at Château d'Esclans set the benchmark for pale Provençal rosé, and the 2025 continues that tradition with the effortless elegance the wine is known for.
Pale salmon in the glass, it opens with fresh peach, strawberry, and delicate red berry fruit, with a floral lift that is quintessentially Provence. The palate is full and lush yet bone dry — pink grapefruit and hints of peach, lively acidity, and a smooth, round finish with real concentration. Grenache provides the body, Cinsault the freshness, and Rolle (Vermentino) the aromatic lift that ties it all together.
Drink it from mid-day to midnight. It goes with everything and offends no one.
James Suckling 91 Points | An elegant and scented nose of pink cherry pits, peach skin and cherry blossoms. Medium-bodied with fresh, round acidity and a textured finish. Elegant and pure finish. (Vintage 2025).
Pair with: Grilled seafood · Summer salads · Charcuterie · Light pasta · Goat cheese
- Appellation: Côtes de Provence AOP
- Grapes: Grenache, Cinsault, Rolle (Vermentino)
- Vintage: 2025
- Style: Dry Rosé
- Size: 750ml
Chateau Miraval Côtes de Provence Rosé Organically Farmed 2025 750ml
Château Miraval Côtes de Provence Rosé — Provence 2025
Château Miraval is the benchmark of Provence rosé — a 1,200-acre estate near the village of Correns, just north of Brignoles, in the heart of the appellation. The vineyards sit on clay and limestone soils, partially terraced at an average elevation of 350 meters, with significant day-to-night temperature swings that preserve the natural acidity and aromatic precision that define the Miraval style. Farmed organically, the estate blends Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, and Rolle into a rosé of exceptional refinement and consistency. The 2025 vintage was shaped by intense summer heat and early maturity — smaller-than-average berries with concentrated, expressive aromatics and the characteristic freshness of Provence. The result is one of the finest Miraval rosés in recent memory.
The color is an elegant, bright pale pink with silvery undertones. The nose is refined and captivating: a superb aromatic bouquet of white flowers, grapefruit, and white peach, with saline and lemony hints that signal the minerality to come. On the palate, it is ample, fresh, and luscious — vibrant white-fleshed fruit punctuated by saline and citrus notes that underscore its freshness and impart a beautiful, stony minerality. The finish is clean, long, and irresistibly Provençal. Serve well-chilled at 44–48°F.
“Beautiful aromatic power combined with the freshness characteristic of Provence wines.” — Château Miraval, 2025 Vintage Notes
- Producer: Château Miraval, Correns, Côtes de Provence, France
- Vintage: 2025
- Appellation: Côtes de Provence AOC
- Blend: Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Rolle
- Farming: Organically Farmed
- Terroir: Clay and limestone, terraced vineyards at 350m elevation
- Style: Elegant, mineral-driven, pale Provence rosé
- Size: 750ml
- Tasting Notes: White flowers, grapefruit, white peach, saline minerality, citrus, long fresh finish
- Serve: Well-chilled at 44–48°F
- Best Paired With: Aperitif, salads, grilled fish, Mediterranean cuisine, sushi, soft cheeses
The icon of Provence rosé — Miraval 2025 is elegance, minerality, and the south of France in every glass.
Domaine Ott BY OTT Cotes de Provence ROSE 2025 750ml
Domaines Ott BY OTT Côtes de Provence Rosé — Provence 2025
Domaines Ott is the founding dynasty of Provence rosé — a family that has shaped the identity of the appellation for 130 years, since Marcel Ott established the estate in the late 19th century. From Château de Selle to Clos Mireille to Château Romassan, the Ott family has patiently crafted a singular vision of rosé rooted in three terroirs, two appellations, and an uncompromising pursuit of authenticity. BY OTT is their entry into the Côtes de Provence AOC — grown organically from estate vineyards and carefully selected partner growers nestled between land and sea. The 2025 blend is 60% Grenache, 25% Cinsault, 7% Mourvèdre, 4% Syrah, and 4% Rolle — each variety playing a precise role: Grenache for texture and generous fruitiness, Cinsault for freshness, Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Rolle for depth and length. Three terroirs, one shared light.
The color is a beautiful pastel pink with soft rosewood tints — luminous and distinctly Provençal. The nose is fresh and enticing: red berries, citrus fruits, and white blossom, with the generous, sun-drenched character of the 2025 vintage. On the palate, it is luscious and fruity with a smooth, silky mouthfeel — fresh citrus zest weaving through the mid-palate and accompanying a persistent, elegant finish. This is Provence rosé as Domaines Ott has always envisioned it: vibrant, nuanced, and luminous.
“Enticing, fresh and generous — this rosé wine combines our winegrowing savoir-faire with the vibrant essence of Provence.” — Jean-François Ott
- Producer: Domaines Ott, Côtes de Provence, France
- Vintage: 2025
- Appellation: Côtes de Provence AOC
- Blend: 60% Grenache, 25% Cinsault, 7% Mourvèdre, 4% Syrah, 4% Rolle
- Farming: Organically grown
- Style: Fresh, luscious, silky Provence rosé
- Size: 750ml
- Tasting Notes: Red berries, citrus fruits, white blossom, silky mouthfeel, fresh citrus zest, persistent finish
- Cellar Potential: Drink now — best enjoyed young and fresh
- Best Paired With: Grilled fish, seafood, salads, Mediterranean cuisine, soft cheeses, aperitif
The house that defined Provence rosé — Domaines Ott BY OTT 2025 is luminous, generous, and unmistakably Provençal.
Chateau d'Esclans Cotes de Provence Whispering Angel Rose 2025 375ml HALF BOTTLE
Château d’Esclans · Whispering Angel Rosé · Côtes de Provence · France · 2025 · Half Bottle 375ml
Whispering Angel is the wine that redefined Provence rosé for the world — and Château d’Esclans, under the stewardship of Sacha Lichine and winemaker Patrick Léon, is the estate that made it happen. Sourced from old Grenache, Rolle, Cinsault, Syrah, and Mourvèdre vines across the Côtes de Provence, Whispering Angel is the benchmark for the pale, dry, elegant Provence style that has captivated the world. Now available in a 375ml half bottle — the perfect format for a solo glass, a picnic, or a gift that travels beautifully.
The 2025 pours a strikingly pale pink — the signature Whispering Angel hue. The nose is fresh and fruity: dried raspberries, frozen strawberries, mild spice, and a whisper of saline minerality. On the palate, it is bone dry, medium-bodied, and beautifully balanced — bright acidity, a lively center palate, and a persistent, flavorful finish that is as elegant as the name suggests.
“A well-rounded, focused and delicious rosé showing dried raspberries, frozen strawberries and mild spices on the nose. Medium-bodied with bright acidity. Balanced and driven, with a lively center palate and a persistent, flavorful finish.”
— James Suckling · 92 Points · Prior Vintage 2024
- Producer: Château d’Esclans (Sacha Lichine), Provence, France
- Vintage: 2025
- Appellation: Côtes de Provence AOC
- Blend: Grenache, Rolle, Cinsault, Syrah, Mourvèdre
- Style: Dry rosé — pale, fresh, elegant
- Format: Half Bottle — 375ml
- Tasting Notes: Dried raspberry, frozen strawberry, mild spice, saline minerality, bone dry, bright acidity
- Pairings: Grilled fish, shrimp, light salads, goat cheese, charcuterie, summer aperitivo
JS:92 · Côtes de Provence — the world’s most iconic Provence rosé, now in a 375ml half bottle. Pale, dry, and endlessly elegant.
Domaine Le Galantin Bandol Rose Organic 2025 750ml
Domaine Le Galantin Bandol Rosé Organic — Provence 2025 750ml
Domaine Le Galantin is one of Bandol’s most authentic and quietly revered estates — a family domaine farming southwest-facing hillsides of clay and limestone in the heart of Provence’s most serious appellation. Their Bandol Rosé is the benchmark for the style: structured, complex, and built to age in a way that most Provençal rosés simply cannot. Blended from approximately 62% Mourvèdre, 21% Cinsault, and 17% Grenache — all hand-harvested — it is vinified with meticulous care: a two-day cold soak at 5°C to extract fruit and aromatics, cool fermentation with blocked malolactic, and bottling no earlier than March 1st as required by Bandol appellation law. Around 5,850 cases produced.
Pale salmon in color with brilliant clarity. The nose is expressive and aromatic: peach, nectarine, grapefruit, dried orange zest, and a touch of Provençal spice. On the palate, the attack is round and fresh, with a structured, complex mid-palate of citrus and red fruit. The finish is persistent and salivating — a rare combination of finesse and character that sets Bandol apart from every other rosé in the world.
- Producer: Domaine Le Galantin, Bandol, Provence, France
- Vintage: 2025
- Appellation: Bandol AOC
- Blend: ~62% Mourvèdre, 21% Cinsault, 17% Grenache
- Farming: Organic
- Vinification: Hand-harvested, 2-day cold soak, cool fermentation, malolactic blocked
- Production: ~5,850 cases
- Style: Structured Provençal Rosé
- Size: 750ml
- Tasting Notes: Peach, nectarine, grapefruit, dried orange zest, Provençal spice, citrus, red fruit, long finish
- Cellar Potential: Drink now or hold 3–5 years
- Best Paired With: Grilled fish, bouillabaisse, roasted chicken, ratatouille, charcuterie
The rosé that proves Bandol plays by its own rules — Le Galantin is Provence at its most serious and most rewarding.
The BEACH by Whispering Angel Coteaux d'Aix En Provence ROSE 2025 750ml
The BEACH by Whispering Angel | Rosé | Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence AOC | Provence, France | 2025
From the team behind the iconic Whispering Angel, The BEACH is a sun-soaked, effortlessly elegant Provence rosé built for warm days and easy pleasure. Sourced from the Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence — one of the most celebrated rosé appellations in the world — it captures the spirit of the French Riviera in a bottle: pale, aromatic, and endlessly refreshing. The 2025 vintage brings the same signature freshness and aromatic lift that has made this label a summer staple.
Pale pink with brilliant clarity, the nose opens with white peach, citrus blossom, wild strawberry, and a whisper of Mediterranean herbs. The palate is crisp and light-bodied with bright red berry and melon flavors, balanced acidity, and a clean mineral finish. Serve well-chilled and enjoy poolside, at the table, or anywhere the sun is shining.
- Producer: Whispering Angel (Caves d’Esclans)
- Appellation: Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence AOC, Provence, France
- Style: Dry Rosé
- Vintage: 2025
- Serve: 45–50°F
- Pairings: Grilled seafood, fresh salads, goat cheese, sushi, light pasta, charcuterie
- Size: 750ml
Chateau Minuty M Rose Provence 2025 750ml
Château Minuty | Cuvée M | Rosé | Côtes de Provence AOC | 2025
Château Minuty is one of Provence's most celebrated estates, a family-owned domaine on the Saint-Tropez peninsula that has been producing benchmark rosé for generations. Cuvée M is the estate's signature expression — the wine that established Minuty's reputation for elegant, food-friendly Provence rosé and remains one of the most recognized labels in the category worldwide. It is a blend of Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah and Tibouren, the traditional varieties of the Côtes de Provence, vinified with precision to capture the freshness, delicacy and subtle complexity that define the appellation at its best.
The 2025 vintage pours a delicate pale pink with a luminous clarity. The nose is fresh and inviting, with aromas of ripe red berries, peach, white flowers and a hint of citrus. The palate is round and generous — crunchy red fruit and ripe stone fruit flavors are balanced by lively acidity and a fine, refreshing finish. A slight natural sweetness tempers the wine's liveliness without compromising its dry, elegant character. Clean, precise and immediately pleasurable.
Serve well chilled at 46–50°F. A natural partner for grilled fish, shellfish, sushi, light salads, charcuterie, ratatouille, soft cheeses and the classic dishes of the French Riviera. Equally at home as a standalone aperitif on a warm afternoon.
- Producer: Château Minuty
- Cuvée: M
- Appellation: Côtes de Provence AOC
- Region: Provence, France
- Grape Varieties: Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Tibouren
- Vintage: 2025
- Style: Dry Provence rosé
- Bottle Size: 750ml
Mirabeau Pure Rose 2025 750ml
Wine Enthusiast 92 Points | The nose of this wine is herbal and earthy, with notes of oregano and hiding in the background are fruits such as peach and blueberry. Salinity and texture make this wine irresistible, while mouthwatering acidity gives this wine a long finish. Great to pair with food.
Chateau Leoube Cotes De Provence Rose Love By Leoube 2024 750ml
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This Côtes de Provence rosé result of a blend of traditional grape varieties from Provence. This organic rosé wine, selected by Léoube, is fresh and fruity.
Chateau Minuty Prestige Rose de Provence 2025 750ml
Château Minuty Prestige Rosé — Provence, France 2025 750ml
Château Minuty is one of Provence’s most celebrated and historic estates, situated on the Saint-Tropez peninsula in the heart of the Côtes de Provence appellation. A family-owned domaine for generations, Minuty has become synonymous with the finest expression of Provençal rosé — elegant, precise, and unmistakably of its place. The Prestige cuvée is the estate’s signature rosé, crafted from a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, and Rolle, and vinified with meticulous attention to freshness and finesse. The 2025 vintage in Provence delivered wines of exceptional aromatic purity and saline tension.
Pale pink with luminous clarity, the 2025 Prestige opens with a very expressive nose of floral notes that give way to aromas of apricot and yellow peach. On the palate, finesse dominates — a subtle hint of citrus and a beautifully saline, mineral finish that is quintessentially Provençal.
“The nose is very expressive, revealing floral notes that give way to aromas of apricot and yellow peach. On the palate, finesse dominates, accompanied by a subtle hint of citrus and a saline finish.” — Château Minuty Winemaker
- Producer: Château Minuty, Saint-Tropez Peninsula, Provence, France
- Vintage: 2025
- Appellation: Côtes de Provence AOC
- Blend: Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Rolle
- Style: Pale, dry, mineral Provençal rosé
- Size: 750ml
- Tasting Notes: Floral, apricot, yellow peach, citrus, saline mineral finish
- Best Paired With: Oysters, shellfish, ceviche, sushi, grilled fish, Provençal vegetable dishes, Italian beach cuisine, Asian cuisine
From the Saint-Tropez peninsula to your table — Château Minuty Prestige 2025 is the definitive expression of Provençal rosé elegance.
Chateau Leoube Rose 2025 750ml
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Fruity and silky, Château Léoube's bottle of rosé wine is considered one of the best in the region. This dry rosé wine from Provence can be enjoyed as an aperitif or with a meal, with a wide range of surprising and delicious combinations. This elegant, full-bodied Provence rosé, with its strong maritime influence, is a wine for all seasons and all occasions.
Gueissard - Les Papilles Rosé 2022 750ml
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"Les Clans" Whispering Angel Rose Provence 2024 750ml
Château d’Esclans · Les Clans · Côtes de Provence · France · 2024 · 750ml
Château d’Esclans is the estate that changed the world’s perception of Provençal rosé. Founded by Sacha Lichine in 2006 in the hills above Saint-Tropez, it is the home of Whispering Angel — the wine that made pale Provence rosé a global phenomenon. Les Clans is the estate’s prestige expression: a step above Whispering Angel in every dimension, sourced from old-vine Grenache and Rolle grown in the heart of the Côtes de Provence and partially fermented in large oak barrels to develop the kind of richness, texture, and complexity rarely seen in rosé. This is a wine that drinks more like a fine white Burgundy than a summer patio pour — structured, mineral, and built to age. At $64.99, Les Clans is the rosé for serious wine lovers who want more than pretty pink.
Luminous pale salmon in the glass with an elegant, layered nose of ripe red berries, white peach, citrus blossom, and subtle vanilla and spice from the gentle oak aging. On the palate: dry, creamy, and beautifully structured, with vibrant acidity, refined minerality, and a long, sophisticated finish that lingers well after the glass is empty. Drink now through 2027, or cellar for a year or two to let the oak integrate fully. Pair with grilled lobster, seared scallops, sea bass, roasted chicken with herbes de Provence, duck confit, or aged cheeses.
- Producer: Château d’Esclans · Sacha Lichine
- Wine: Les Clans · Côtes de Provence AOC
- Vintage: 2024
- Origin: Côtes de Provence, France
- Blend: Old-vine Grenache & Rolle
- Winemaking: Partial barrel fermentation · Large oak barrels
- Style: Rich, structured, complex prestige Provençal rosé
- Drinking Window: Now–2027
- Size: 750ml
- Tasting Notes: Red berries, white peach, citrus blossom, vanilla, spice, creamy texture, vibrant acidity, long mineral finish
- Pair With: Grilled lobster · Seared scallops · Sea bass · Roast chicken · Duck confit · Aged cheeses
The estate that made Provence rosé famous — Les Clans is what happens when you take it seriously.
Mirabeau X Coteaux D'Aix Rosé 2025 750ml
Mirabeau X Coteaux D'Aix Rosé 2025 750ml
Mirabeau is one of Provence's most celebrated rosé producers — a family estate founded by Stephen and Jeany Cronk in the heart of the Var, with a mission to bring the effortless elegance of Provençal rosé to the world. The "X" cuvee is their Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence expression: a step up in complexity and terroir character, blending the classic Provence rosé grapes into a wine of real finesse and food-friendliness. Screwcap sealed for freshness and convenience.
The 2025 vintage delivers everything you want from a great Provence rosé — pale, precise, and aromatic, with a crisp, inviting palate and a finish that lingers with delicate red fruit and floral complexity. A wine built for the table as much as the terrace.
"Strawberries and cream aromas with some peach and mint leaf. Crisp and inviting palate, with leafy complexity and a lovely strawberry and cherry delicacy on the finish." — Decanter, 90 pts
- Producer: Mirabeau, Cotignac, Var, Provence, France
- Appellation: Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence AOC
- Blend: Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault (traditional Provence rosé blend)
- Vintage: 2025
- Style: Dry, pale Provençal rosé — screw cap
- Tasting Notes: Strawberry, cream, peach, mint leaf, cherry, leafy complexity, crisp acidity, delicate finish
- Best Paired With: Grilled fish, summer salads, ratatouille, goat cheese, charcuterie, or simply on its own in the sun
- Decanter: 90
The quintessential Provence rosé for every occasion — Mirabeau X is the bottle that makes any moment feel like a summer afternoon in the south of France.
Chateau Jasson Cotes de Provence 2024 750ml
CHÂTEAU JASSON CÔTES DE PROVENCE ROSÉ 2024 | 750ML
🇫🇷 France — Grenache, Cinsault | La Londe-les-Maures, Côtes de Provence
The flagship cuvée of Château Jasson, produced from a rigorous selection of the estate’s finest plots. Grenache (70%) and Cinsault (30%) from 60-year-old vines grown in clay-limestone soils with a marked presence of blue schist — a terroir that imparts remarkable depth, mineral intensity, and aromatic concentration. The old vines give this vintage a silky texture and a refined, complex expression that sets it apart from the typical Provence rosé.
Nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and the Massif des Maures in the golden triangle of Provence, Château Jasson benefits from maritime breezes that bring an iodine and mineral touch to the wines, while generous sunshine ensures optimal ripeness. These lands have been dedicated to vines since the Greeks planted the first vines there in the 6th century BC.
Since 2021, the Saint Vincent family has been breathing new life into the estate under Felix’s leadership — combining tradition and innovation, with sustainable practices at the core: natural plowing, organic fertilizers, and active biodiversity preservation including 350 birdhouses installed across the property.
Pairs well with: Grilled fish, bouillabaisse, ratatouille, charcuterie, soft cheeses, and Mediterranean cuisine.
Grapes: 70% Grenache, 30% Cinsault
Vines: 60 years old
Region: La Londe-les-Maures, Côtes de Provence, France
Vintage: 2024
Format: 750ml
Viticulture: Sustainable
Chateau Leoube Cotes De Provence Rose Secret De Leoube 2024 750ml
La Fete Du Rouge Cotes De Provence 2021 750ml
Winemaker Description
Bright, ruby-red color. The nose is very expressive with notes of wild strawberry, cherry and Mediterranean herbs.
On the palate, the wine is beautifully supple. Tannins are silky and the tasty finish reveals notes of black pepper, red fruits and a hint of eucalyptus.
Chateau Sainte Roseline Lampe de Meduse Rosé Cotes de Provence 2022 1.5L Magnum
Expert Review
Yohan Castaing of the Wine Advociate writes 90 Points | A blend of 41% Grenache, 31% Cinsault, 12% Mourvèdre, 8% Tibouren, 5% Syrah and 3% Carignan, the 2022 Cotes de Provence Rose Lampe de Meduse possesses a fresh, fruit-driven bouquet with aromas of citrus, lemon oil, red berries, wild strawberry and menthol. Crunchy, juicy and perfectly balanced with a medium-bodied palate, it’s long and penetrating with lively acids, an iodine-salty finish and a clean and mouthwatering texture. Drinking 2023 - 2025. (2022).
Paul de Coste Rose Brut Tradition NV 750ml
Winemaker Description
Blended Syrah, Grenache, and Mouvedre, this bold Brut Rosé offers a rush of strawberry and dried fruit aromas. It is effervescent and expansive on the mid-palate and is a bit more fruit-forward than the Paul de coste Rose light - a truly compelling sparkling wine from Provence.
Paul de Coste is an estate producing exceptional sparkling wines in the South of France. Started in 1952 with just one wine, the estate over time has added a full range of sparking wines from the South of France. Since the company was founded in the years following WWII, three generations of family has managed the operations with the same passion and philosophy for quality. Today, Paul de Coste wines are famous in France.
Memo Summary Notes
It is produced by Compagnie Française des Grands Vins (CFGV), a historic house known for mastering the Méthode Charmat (tank method) to create fresh, fruit-forward bubbles.
Les Vignobles Gueissard Bandol Rouge 2020 750ml
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Mainly from Mourvèdre, which gives it this character that is both powerful and subtle, it expresses all the richness of a terroir on the shores of the Mediterranean. The Gueissard red asserts itself as a gastronomic wine that can be enjoyed now or in a few years.
Figuiere Mediterranee Blanc 2023 750ml
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Méditerranée Blanc is intended as a fresh tasting, juicy and easy-to-enjoy white wine. Aromas and flavors of peach, lemon and wild herbs are accompanied by salty minerality.
Les Vignobles Gueissard Cotes de Provence Blanc Cuvee G 2024 750ml
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Bright and crisp with tight, herbal flavors that will soften over the next few months.
This wine is as light as the butterflies in its name. Drink this attractive wine now.
Miraval Muse de Miraval Rose 2023 1.5 Liter Magnum
Winemaker Descxription
MUSE DE MIRAVAL is a rigorous selection of the château's oldest and best plots and the finest expression of this unique terroir!
Organically farmed.
This rosé cuvée, mostly vinified in egg-shaped concrete vats, is also aged to a lesser extent in special oak barrels (so-called demi-muids). Each of its aromas evokes a chapter in Miraval's history, reflecting the place and its fragrance, which is typical of this Provençal winery. The unique shape of its handcrafted bottle (available only in magnum) and its very own rosé wine celebrate Miraval's timeless style with rare elegance.
Chateau Sainte Roseline Lampe de Meduse Rosé Cotes de Provence 2023 1.5L MAGNUM
Winemaker Description
Château Sainte Roseline, Lampe de Méduse, with its unique shape, is the iconic and historic cuvée of the estate. Since 1950, it has been the heart of the production of this famous Cru Classé vineyard.
Famous as a historic site but also for its premium Rosés, Château Sainte Roseline is a Provence icon.
Its pale color is slightly salmony. The complex and intense nose reveals fine notes of peaches and mangos. The beautiful liveliness and persistence of the aromatic notes at the end of the palate make this a very crunchy wine. A minty finish sublimates its beautiful freshness.
Expert Reviews
Billy Norris of Vinous writes | The 2023 Rosé Lampe de Meduse is dark and alluring on the nose, displaying watermelon, red berry fruit and orange peel aromas. Rounded and honeyed on the palate, there's just enough acidity to propel this past the finish line. Rosemary and thyme hints hang around after the close, kicking this wine more into the savory spectrum than I expected. This is interesting and characterful. Drinking 2024 - 2025.
Jancis Robinson writes 16 Points | Drier and more substantial than their Prestige 2023 bottling. Lots of fruit with a (just) sufficiently dry finish. Some intrigue.
Chateau Simone Palette Rouge 2019 750ml RED
Winemaker Description
This historic estate, situated in the hills just south of Aix-en-Provence, has been in the hands of the Rougier family for two centuries and holds a virtual monopoly on the appellation of Palette. Château Simone encompasses twenty hectares of vineyards that sit on limestone soils at elevations between 500 and 750 feet above sea level on the slopes of Montaiguet. The special mesoclimate of this appellation is influenced by the encircling pine forests, the mass of Mont Sainte-Victoire, and the Arc River.
The vineyards were reconstituted after the invasion of phylloxera but many vines are over a century old. The Rougiers maintain the particular vinification methods developed and cherished over many decades. All of the grapes are hand harvested, destemmed, lightly pressed and fermented for 15 to 20 days in small wooden vats with only wild yeast, then put into small foudre to rest on the lees.
The red from Simone is an elegant yet well-constituted wine of great depth. It is primarily composed of Grenache and Mourvèdre but its special character reflects the presence of a mélange other grape varieties, albeit in small proportion, including Cinsault, Syrah, Carignan, Cabernet Sauvignon, Castet, Manosquin, Théoulier, Tibouren, Picpoul Noir, and Muscat de Hambourg.