Domaine La Grande Bauquière, Moment Inattendu, Côtes de Provence Rosé, France, 2024

Producer Profile

The Sainte Victoire Mountains, a bright white line of rocks that served as inspiration to the Impressionist painters Van Gogh and Cézanne as well as many others, slices through the sky, protecting this domaine from the worst ravages of the northerly Mistral wind.

The 80ha domaine is also protected by rows of tall trees, while streams meander between them and through the vineyards – an idyllic landscape, full of biodiversity. This is reflected in the subtle, delicate wines – refined and full of vibrant red berry fruit with a harmonious elegant finish that rank as supreme examples of the classic Provençale style.

Viticulture

The vines are set on deep limestone, argillaceous sandstone, and old alluvium soils with gravel which is an appropriate mix to develop great wines. Harvest takes place at night in order to avoid the heat of the day and conserve grape’s primary flavours.

Tasting Note

A lovely salmon pink colour, the red berries on the nose lead into a very appealing, 'more-ish' wine that is rich in fruit yet delicately balanced by a lovely lemon freshness on the finish.

Food Matching

A delicious aperitif, summer drinks, tapas platters, Mediterranean cuisine, summer barbecued food and exotic flavours.