In the video, Bob Paulinski, Master of Wine discusses Provence Rose’ from the 2023 vintage. A couple of the top wines are tasted and reviewed. In addition, wine shopping tips are provided to help you get the most out of your purchase.
Key tips when shopping for Provence Rose’,
1) Many of the new releases will hit store shelves about six months after the vintage, the 2023 in this video will be in stores over the coming weeks
2) Buy the most current vintage, one or two years from the vintage is ideal
3) store the wines in a cool, dark area to minimize the impact of UV light (clear bottles are most susceptible to UV light)
4) A dozen different grape varieties are allowed, but a handful are most important
5) Grenache provides much of the structure
6) Syrah adds depth, weight and concentration
7) Mourvedre lends a spice element
8) Cinsaut lifts the aroma and adds acidity
9) Rolle, a white grape is sometimes used to lift the acidity and freshness on the palate
10) Serve the wine well-chilled, ideal with rich seafoods and tomato based seafood dishes
Two wines were tasted in this video:
2023 Chateau de Berne Inspiration Rose’, approximate retail $20 USD
2023 Ultimate Provence Rose’, approximate retail $24 USD
Both have international distribution. Search at a specialty retailer or good online source. The new vintage is just making its way into the market.
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13 Comments
I really can't get on with rosé. I keep trying examples from different parts of the world, including, of course, Provence. But, no, it does absolutely nothing for me. I bought a couple of bottles last summer from, I think, Portugal, and drank one, or half of one, and gave the other away. I will keep trying from time to time but I fear it will remain a blindspot for me.
For me Rose is a refrishing summer drink.
For food, i much rather want a light red or a white wine.
I appreciate the light damage concern, but the visual prettiness of rosé is a big part of the appeal for me.
Give me a bright rosé on a patio with charcuterie anytime.
Love the roses from Bandol. Domaine Bunan’s Mas de la Rouviere which is a mouvedre heavy blend. It avoids the bubblegum crowd pleasing lightness of some of the trendy roses like Whispering Angel
Yes!! The cork toss is back, lol. The haircut looks great as well. I was wondering earlier what to have tonight and now I’m thinking Rose sounds great.
Chateau de Berne also has a great 5 Star Spa Hotel with a beautiful terrace restaurant.
That is my optimal Rosé Pairing 😉
i was at total wine here in the boston, ma. area today and saw a huge display of new to the store rose wines from france.
this display was under halogen lights as are a lot of other display wines in white or light green bottles. i have to think that
the light strike has to be damaging to these wines even before anyone can purchase one or more for personal use.
any chance, bob that you can do a video on light damage? it's a subject that needs to be brought to the forefront.
Give me a pink wine any warm day…love Provence rose. Thank you!!
My favorite Provence Rosé food pairing is with Branzino, which for me has been the equivalent to enjoyment to Ribeye paired with Cabernet Sauvignon/Bordeaux Red.
When prepared simply without too much high heat, the Mediterranean Sea Bass can range from moderate-light to moderate-strong fish oil flavors, which play well to the wine's pleasing acidity and abiity to stand up to the fish's inherent flavors.
Off to an Alto Adige tasting! Marking the video to watch tonight. Cheers!
Great video, thanks for the lesson. I needed it. And the cork toss 😂😂.
I need to find some decent Provence rosé in my area. Most of it is okay, drinkable, enjoyable, but just not made to impress. The spiciness you've mentioned sounds like a trait that adds to the standard style. I've had Miraval and Whispering Angel within reach many times but I've always thought they'd probably be hyped and not too big of a value. What would you recommend?
(The Alto Adige wines were rather nice indeed btw)
My favourite combination so far has been in summertime, pork with rosé wine 😊