We are delighted to share our range of 2022 Rose wines. Before showcasing our selection, let’s take stock of the weather conditions throughout the 2022 vintage. Similar in many ways to the 2020 vintage, 2022 in south-eastern France witnessed an early growing cycle. Wet weather conditions throughout Spring and the month of June gave way to a hot and particularly dry summer, with occasional storms in the middle of August and early September. These conditions throughout the back end of summer were ideal and enabled the grapes to ripen beautifully right up to the harvest.
Cotes de Provence, Loire Valley, Sancerre and more: the plentiful and high-quality harvest produced delightful rose wines that boast an incredible balance and freshness. These 2022 rose wines will seduce all wine lovers with their lively aromas and the exquisite expression of their terroir.
Discover our selection of 2022 rose wines now, which will be the centerpiece of your upcoming summer soirées!
Located in the heart of the Provence region, to the northeast of Saint-Tropez, Chateau d'Esclans produces fine rosé wines that are renowned for their excellence well beyond the borders of France. The grapes are meticulously selected from the finest terroirs in Provence. Harvested at night, the grapes undergo a precise and delicate vinification process. This iconic rosé, with its light color and complex nose, harmoniously reveals a concentrated, rich and elegant expression on the palate.
Since 1896, the Ott name has been a reference among the finest Provence rose wines. BY OTT rose 2022 by Domaines Ott* stems from a rigorous selection of grapes that are housed in the new Chateau de Selle cellar, then vinified in a purpose-built vat room. This alluring and iconic wine showcases a great finesse and exudes aromas of passionfruit and mango with scents of white peach and apricot.
The very name of this wine is enticing indeed. Stemming from Long Island in New York, this 2022 rose wine offers an authentic and genuine expression of the Hamptons. Rich, lively, voluptuous, and mineral, this elegant, well-balanced rose sluices forth fresh and fruity aromas of pears and apples. this wine is one to take to your upcoming summer soirées!
A benchmark for Provence wines, Château Miraval is also the utter embodiment of the Perrin family and Brad Pitt’s never-ending pursuit of excellence. Stemming from a selection of vineyards located at an altitude of 350 meters and resting on clay-limestone soils, Miraval 2022 exhibits a perfect balance between acidity and minerality. Fresh fruit, of redcurrants and roses freshly cut, sustained by of lime zest. With a brilliant color and an elegant bouquet, this rose reveals a full and perfectly balanced palate.
The Cuvee des Commandeurs is one of the emblems of the Peyrassol estate, an illustrious reference whose history dates back to the 13th century. The 2022 vintage of this rose wine is the first organic-certified wine. The wine reveals a rose petal color in the glass and exudes aromas of raspberry, redcurrant, and strawberry on the nose. Cuvee des Commandeurs 2022 expresses exotic-fruit notes and delights the senses with its light, silky mouthfeel.
Founded in 1760, Chateau Pourcieux boasts a rich and age-old history. The Syrah, Grenache, Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon and Vermentino vines are poised at 300 meters above sea level and enjoy a Mediterranean climate and a cooling breeze. A pale color with peach highlights in the glass, this wine exudes exotic fruit and citrus aromas and offers a fresh, mineral and persistent expression on the palate.
Founded in 1992 by Philippe Bieler, the Bieler Père et Fils estate has been producing Provence rose since 1992. Their Sabine Rose is a classic Provence rose made from a blend of several grape varieties, dominated by Grenache. On the nose, it reveals enticing aromas of white cherries, wild raspberries and peaches, along with floral touches and fragrances of white tea. The palate is creamy yet lifted, leaving behind a mouth-watering minerality.
A perfect alliance between tradition and modernity, Chateau Minuty lies in the Saint-Tropez peninsula and enjoys a Mediterranean climate. The vines are coated with a fine mist of sea spray and flourish beautifully on these rugged hillsides. Pale and elegant, it reveals alluring notes of exotic fruit. This Provence wine is aerial on the palate and offers a lingering finish.
The teams of this family-run Loire Valley estate have been cultivating the Pinot Noir varietal since the early 1950s. Louis Crochet’s 2022 rose wine exudes enfolding aromas of strawberry and gooseberry on the nose. The complex mouthfeel stays long on the palate and expresses notes of watermelon and rhubarb. Pair this wine with sushi or grilled fish and treat yourself to a fine food and wine pairing experience!
The Olga Raffault estate covers 60 acres in the Chinon appellation of France’s Loire Valley and is run by the fifth generation of the family. Made from 100% hand-harvested Cabernet Franc grapes, this rose is produced with 50% partial whole cluster pressing and 50% « bleeding ». The result is a gorgeous salmon pink wine with lovely aromas of red fruit, fresh flowers, and earthy nuances. The lively palate shows great focus and tension. This food-friendly rose will pair effortlessly with grilled vegetables, summer salads and charcuterie.
Made from a blend of Cinsault, Grenache and Syrah, the La Vieille Ferme rose is a fresh, fruity, and deeply colored rose wine made by the Perrin family in the Ventoux appellation of France’s Rhone Valley. Its lively bouquet pours forth delicious aromas of grapefruit, lemon, and pink grapefruit, along with hints of balsamic. The palate reveals a vital acidity and enough body to stand up to heartier summer dishes, like stir-fried vegetables or spaghetti with tomato sauce.