La Bernarde Cotes de Provence Rose 2023 750ml
There may be no wine region on Earth that is more picturesque than Provence. This ruggedly beautiful region in the South of France produces what many people consider to be the standard for rosé in the world, along with some gorgeously perfumed and layered whites and reds. In the village of Luc, in the heart of the Côte d’Azur, La Bernarde and their organically farmed, traditionally made wines are quietly staking their claim as one of the finest in this famed region.
La Bernarde is an historic property in the Côtes de Provence appellation. The winery and their vineyards sit on a rocky limestone hillside at about 300 meters above sea level, making it one of the highest properties in the entire region. The cooler micro-climate of this area – it snows most winters! – allows them to make the kind of rosé we dream of, yet so rarely find; crisp, mineral-laced, bright-fruited, and with the complexity to drink on its own or with a variety of light or grilled fare. It also provides the conditions to make a red and white with a balance and texture not commonly found in the area. This oasis of limestone and cool temperatures that La Bernarde finds itself in is an incredible asset, as it sets them apart from many of the domaines that sit in the hot, low-lying flatlands near St. Tropez. On top of that, 100% of the vineyards and grapes are owned and farmed by the La Bernarde team – a rarity in the world of modern Provence winemaking. All of this comes together into a lineup of organically farmed beauties that are honest and delicious expressions of this gorgeous terroir.
- Certified organic
- 40% Grenache, 35% Cinsault, 25% Syrah
- High altitude site at 350m that sees snow most winters
- Southeast facing
- Harvest is about 10 days later than the lower lying areas of Côtes de Provence
- Clay and limestone with lots of stones
- Direct press rosé
- Fermented and aged in stainless steel
- La Bernarde and their organically farmed, traditionally made wines are quietly staking their claim as one of the finest in Côtes de Provence
- Bright and minerally focused, displaying fresh orange, strawberry and floral aromas in the glass. Energetic and precise on the palate, offering strawberry, blood orange, nectarine and lavender notes