Château Vannières rosé 2016 (Magnum)

The château is one of Provence’s great estates. Éric Boisseaux, a pillar of the Bandol appellation, is ensuring the legacy continues and now works alongside his son Charles-Eric. While for a long time they produced only a single grand cuvée in all three colors, with the arrival of the younger generation the lineup is evolving and a breath of fresh air is sweeping through the cellar. The classic red Bandols have an undeniable capacity for aging, quickly developing nuances of tobacco and leather that are gently refined over time; they rank among the appellation’s finest red wines.

This family venture began in 1956 with Colette Boisseaux, continued with her son Éric, and is now carried on by her grandson Charles-Éric. The estate features a 34-hectare vineyard, centered around a 19th-century château, whose older wine cellar attests to winemaking activities dating back to the 16th century.