Domaine Terrebrune - Bandol rosé 2023

Bettane & Desseauve

About the estate:

A terroir within a terroir—that sums up Terrebrune, a cherished estate led by the joint management of Reynald Delille and Jean d'Arthuis. Located in Ollioules, this estate near the Mediterranean balances the sea mist with first-rate limestone soil. No muscle, no overly intense color, but wines imbued with sensitivity, which deserve to be given time to express themselves through their aromas. More recently, it has been Julien Paul, a brilliant technical director, who has helped the trio assert itself and refined Terrebrune’s precious character. The 2019 vintage stands at the pinnacle of refined, elegant Bandols.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

About the wine:

Domaine Terrebrune's 2023 Bandol Rosé releases aromas of spices, grapefruit, pomegranate, red berries, and rose petals, followed by a medium-bodied to full-bodied palate that is supple and enveloping, taut and crystalline, with a long, delicate, and enticing finish. It is a fragrant and refined Bandol rosé.

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

About the wine:

It is undoubtedly one of the most vibrant rosés from the Mediterranean region, with a fragrance that matches its vibrant color, a brilliant bouquet, and a lush mid-palate with delightful spicy notes.

About the estate:

Located in the town of Ollioules, the estate comprises 35 hectares of vineyards planted on terraces overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, which are cultivated using organic farming methods. The vineyard benefits from a Triassic clay-limestone marl soil unique to Bandol, which gives it a distinctive character. The property is located just a few kilometers from the sea and benefits from sea mist, ideal for Mourvèdre.