The color is clear, a deep, intense red. The nose, as powerful as it is charming, blends fruity notes with hints of violet and spices so characteristic of Négrette, combined here with Syrah. The palate is both rich and refined, full-bodied without being heavy, infused with cherry and wild strawberry flavors that linger delightfully on the finish, supported by perfectly integrated oak (aged in 400-liter barrels and casks) and silky-smooth tannins. Irresistible. (Le Guide Hachette 2025)
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Eye
Deep, intense red color
Nose
Aromas of black fruits, hints of violet and spices
Mouth
Rich and refined, with fruity aromas of cherry and wild strawberry, perfectly integrated oak, and silky tannins.
Serve
At 17-18°C
Open
1 hour before serving or decant
Drink before
2032
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with spicy, hearty dishes, meat in sauce, or grilled duck breast...
Bettane & Desseauve
Winery rated 2 stars (A serious and recommendable production, but a little more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
Le Roc is one of Fronton's leading wines. The range is extensive, and each vintage of the top wines demonstrates that Fronton can produce wines with depth and real aging potential. This is proven with each new tasting of a wine from the estate that is over 10 years old, which always surprises with its youthfulness.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2025) 2* Favorite (Remarkable wine)
Rated estate (2026 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly awarded by the guide)
About wine:
The color is clear, a deep, intense red. The nose, as powerful as it is charming, blends fruity notes with hints of violet and spices so characteristic of Négrette, combined here with Syrah. The palate is both rich and refined, full-bodied without being heavy, infused with cherry and wild strawberry fruitiness that lingers delightfully on the finish, supported by perfectly integrated oak (aged in 400-liter barrels and casks) and silky-smooth tannins. Irresistible.
About the estate:
In the Ribes family, everyone has their place. Jean-Luc, who is a blues musician in his spare time, took over the family estate in 1981 and was joined over time by his brother Frédéric and his wife Cathy, then by Pierre, and now by Anne and Grégoire, representing the latest generation. The estate now covers 35 hectares between Ch. le Roc (certified organic) and Ch. Flotis (in conversion to organic), taken over in 2018 by Fabienne and Raphaël Agosti but still vinified by the Ribes family.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2025 guide) 93/100
Rated estate (2026 guide) 2 stars (These very large estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About wine:
Slightly less expressive today, Don Quichotte is in the same vein, with a slightly more velvety pulp and slightly more supple and diverse tannins.
About the estate:
For many years, the Ribes family has been producing some of the most distinctive and memorable wines in the Fronton appellation. With the arrival of the younger generation, Grégoire and Anne, the vineyards of Château Flotis, a neighboring property that the family already operated, were incorporated into Le Roc. With admirable consistency, the Négrette grape variety displays its most original characteristics here, demonstrating its ability to evolve gracefully, particularly in the emblematic Don Quichotte cuvée, where Syrah also plays a role. But Haut du Bois, a new cuvée made from pure Négrette, has what it takes to steal the show... The grafted Bouysselet, vinified in barrels, asserts its character and ambition. Roc wines do you good! They make you feel so far removed from hollow elitism and pretensions of evanescent sophistication... The latest vintages are particularly convincing, so yes, such embodiment, rootedness, and pleasure deserve a second star!
Customer rating
4/5
based on 7 reviews
Review and opinion by Mr. MATHIEU W. Published on 07/13/2025
Deep cherry red color with a purple core. Nose: floral, violets, ripe dark fruit, blackberry, cherry, and plum. Forest soil, wild strawberries, and warm jam. Nicely concentrated and layered. On the palate, ripe red and dark fruit, lots of juice, lots of fruit, followed by fairly strong, fine-grained tannins. Medium body and finish, fine acidity and lovely freshness. Also spicy, bay leaf. The wine can age for another 2 to 3 years. But now with a grilled sausage and homemade fries: a treat! Score: 16/20
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Note and opinion by Mr. GILLES D. Published on 04/30/2025
An exciting discovery of this modern and elegant evocation of a flattering and sensual Négrette that distills a generous, mellow, and velvety juice, enhanced by a gentle freshness, with explosive, crunchy red fruit flavors accompanied by a procession of floral and spicy notes, set against a lovely smoky background left by very well-executed aging. Ideally, it should be left to age a little longer to dispel the slight astringency that is still present on the finish. Guaranteed pleasure at a very reasonable price. This young and flavorful Don Quichotte has already delighted guests when paired with a Basque-style chicken sauté with Bayonne ham. Rating = 4.2.
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Note and opinion by Mr. ALEXANDRE P. Published on 12/15/2024
A flavorful wine with a pleasant woody note. Served as an aperitif, it is unanimously appreciated by drinkers.
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Note and opinion by Mr. LAURENT H. Published on 11/12/2025
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Review and opinion by Mr. PASCAL T. Published on 10/13/2025
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Note and opinion by Mr. WILLIAM A. Published on 03/07/2025
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Review and opinion by Mr. CLAUDINE D. Published on 01/27/2025
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