Introduction:
The 2024 Château Barthès Bandol Rosé is a refined and structured rosé from one of Provence’s most accomplished estates. Crafted under AOC Bandol regulations, it showcases the intense character and elegance typical of mourvèdre-based blends.

Terrior:
Sourced from the vineyard bloc around Château Barthès in Le Beausset (Bandol AOC). Soils are calcareous. The estate follows organic-in-conversion practices, hand-harvesting all fruit, with direct pressing (65%) and short skin maceration (35%) before fermentation in stainless steel using native yeasts.

Appearance:
A luminous pale pink with a subtle salmon hue; fresh and beckoning in the glass.

Nose:
Bright and layered, offering red berry aromas (wild strawberry, raspberry), citrus blossom, grapefruit zest, and a note of crushed garrigue herbs with subtle mint and floral nuance.

Palate:
Medium-bodied, with lively acidity and a salivating mineral thread. The fruit profile is crisp—red raspberries and strawberries—balanced by lime zest and a whisper of herbal spice. The mouthfeel is dry, structured, and balanced.

Finish:
Crisp, dry, and lingering—zesty red fruit transitions into a saline, herb-elevated finish that refreshes and cleanses the palate.

Overall Impression:
A classic, food-friendly Bandol Rosé—elegant yet generously perfumed. Driven by mineral tension and balanced fruit, it's ideal alongside grilled shellfish, Provençal salads, or tomato-based seafood dishes. Best consumed 2024–2026.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 13.5%
Farming Practices: Organic conversion, biodynamic-inspired, hand-harvested
Producer Name: Château Barthès
Old World / New World: Old World
Country of Origin: France
Region: Bandol AOC, Provence
Grape Varietals: Mourvèdre, Grenache, Cinsault
Vintage: 2024
Wine Style: Medium-bodied, dry Bandol Rosé with red fruit, citrus, herbal lift, and saline minerality
Winemaking Techniques: Direct pressing (65%), 24 h maceration (35%), native yeast fermentation in stainless steel, bottled without fining or filtration
Pack Size: 750 ml bottle
Container Style: Classic Provençal rosé bottle
Closure Style: Cork