21715 customer reviews

Domaine Le Roc - Fronton Don Quixote Cuvée 2022

Domaine Le Roc - Fronton Cuvée Don Quichotte 2022

Fronton|Red wine|Organic

4.1/5 (12 customers)

2*Coup de Coeur

Hachette

93/100

RVF

structured

dense

spicy dish

barbecue

"An adventurous Fronton, delightful from start to finish..."

“The color is clean, 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. On the palate, it is both rich and refined, full-bodied yet lively, infused with notes of cherry and wild strawberry that linger delightfully through the finish, supported by perfectly integrated oak (aged in 400-liter barrels and large casks) and incredibly silky tannins. Irresistible. ” (Le Guide Hachette 2025)

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Estate

Domaine Le Roc

Vintage

Don Quichotte

Vintage

2022

Designation

Fronton

Region

Southwest

Grape Varieties

60% Négrette, 40% Syrah (sélection parcellaire)

Regions

Stony soil with bulbenes

Viticulture

Certified Organic

Grape Harvest

At optimal maturity

Wine Production

Grapes were transferred to tanks by gravity without crushing; each grape variety was vinified separately for 4 weeks under temperature-controlled conditions, with extraction achieved through punch-downs.

Livestock Farming

18 months in 20-HL casks and 400-L barrels

Alcohol content

14.5%

Organic

Yes

Eye

Deep, intense red color

Nose

Aromas of dark fruits, with hints of violet and spices

Palate

Full-bodied and elegant, 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, or decant

Drink before

2032

Food and Wine Pairings

It pairs perfectly with a spicy, hearty dish, meat in sauce, or charcoal-grilled duck breast...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Rated 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)

About the estate:

Le Roc ranks among Fronton’s top producers. The range is extensive, and the top-tier wines demonstrate with every vintage that Fronton wines can possess depth and genuine aging potential. This is proven with every new tasting of a wine from the estate that is over 10 years old—wines that are always surprisingly youthful.

Guide Hachette des vins

Wine noted (guide 2025) 2* Favorite (Remarkable wine)

Rated estate (2026 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)

About the wine:

The color is clean, 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. On the palate, it is both rich and refined, full-bodied yet lively, infused with notes of cherry and wild strawberry that linger delightfully through the finish, supported by perfectly integrated oak (aged in 400-liter barrels and large casks) and incredibly silky tannins. Irresistible.

About the estate:

In the Ribes family, everyone has their place. Jean-Luc, who plays the blues in his spare time, took over the family estate in 1981 and was joined over the years by his brother Frédéric and his wife, Cathy, then by Pierre, and now by Anne and Grégoire, who represent the latest generation. The estate now spans 35 hectares between Ch. le Roc (certified organic) and Ch. Flotis (in the process of converting to organic), which was taken over in 2018 by Fabienne and Raphaël Agosti but is still vinified by the Ribes family.

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

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 exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)

About the wine:

Though slightly less expressive today, Don Quichotte follows in the same tradition, with a slightly more velvety body and tannins that are a bit more supple and complex.

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 estate that the family had already been managing, were incorporated into Le Roc. With admirable consistency, the Négrette variety reveals its most original characteristics here, while also demonstrating its ability to evolve gracefully—particularly in the iconic Don Quichotte cuvée, where Syrah also plays a significant role. But the Haut du Bois, a new cuvée made exclusively from Négrette, has what it takes to steal the show... The Bouysselet, grafted and aged in barrels, asserts its character and ambition. Le Roc’s wines are a delight! Thanks to them, one feels so far removed from hollow elitism and pretensions of fleeting sophistication... The latest vintages are particularly compelling, so yes, such depth, authenticity, and pleasure deserve a second star!

Customer Rating

4.1/5

based on 12 reviews

Review and comment by Mr. FREDERIC B. Posted on September 30, 2026

A bright color with plenty of leg. Fruity on the nose with a hint of acidity and peppery spice. The palate is powerful, with Syrah taking center stage.