Le Clos Peyrassol Cotes de Provence Rosé 2020

Aficionados! You may know that the “Le Clos Peyrassol” bottling is the most prestigious cuvee of the domain (more below), and has only been produced in the most ideal of vintages. With huge press and tiny quantities, it is THE rosé to collect and share – only 20 cases!

The history of this bucolic Chateau, widely considered to be the best in the region, is pretty staggering. It has been making wine since the 13th century from its perch on a hill above the village of Flassans-sur-Isole. Founded by no less than the Knights Templar (emblematic on the label), it was a popular stopping point for pilgrims setting off for the Holy Land.

The method is direct press, as all rosés at Peyrassol are made from 100% direct-press juice. The fruit is picked at night to preserve the freshness of the fruit (they typically start harvesting around 3:00 in the morning). Our hot-off-the-press release today is just rip-roaringly delicious and serious. Made from 40% cinsault, 30% grenache, and 30% tibouren, it has a very pale salmon with a brilliant silver shine, and the aromatics of dry citrus, sweet herbs, cherry skin and has a fantastic flinty, yet creamy mouthfeel – you’ll know you’re drinking something special! Check out the reviews...but don’t wait too long!

PAIRING IDEAS: Did you know? It’s National Eggs Benedict Day, and what better food to have with this luxurious rosé? Get the best Canadian bacon you can buy, or try it with Waterdog Foods Double-Smoked Lox.

MUSIC SUGGESTIONS: Brunch music! Right? Just stream “French bistro” and get in the mood!