Roche Bellemont 2018

Rosé is everywhere now. But from this ocean of pink, how do you single out the best of the best? Simple – just ask our expert Jean-Marc Sauboua to find it for you.

He reached out to our old friend, Hervé Sabardiel to secure the latest release of his special project pink from the heart of the rugged Côtes de Provence. He cherry picks the finest Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Vermentino grapes (i.e. all by hand) from ancient vines dotting the highest altitudes in the region. The combination of intense Mediterranean sunshine, poor soils (which forces vines to produce smaller, more concentrated grapes), and cool breezes produces incredible flavors.

Such incredible flavors, in fact, that for the second vintage in a row, France’s most prestigious wine guide, Gilbert & Gaillard, gave it a gold medal and raved about it in their tasting note: “Crisp nose of red berry fruits with a lick of citrus fruits, peach and confectionery. Vigour, beautiful acidity and a generous fleshy mouthfeel spreading its wings on the finish. A great summer rosé for grilled and spicy foods.”

Ready and waiting for its turn to shine on your dinner table – don’t wait.