Tasting Notes : Recognized as one the leading producers in the region.

The vineyards of the 45-hectare Domaine la Suffrene are spread over the communes of La Cadiere-d'Azur and Castellet in the Provencal appellation of Bandol. The estate is run by Cedric Gravier and although the first estate-bottled wines were released only in 1996, the domaine is now one of the leading producers of the region. This silky rose is a blend of hand-harvested Mourvedre, Grenache, Cinsault and Carignan and is particularly well suited to seafood and salads. Try as a summer aperitif also.

A delightful salmon-pink in hue with orange tints. On the nose, floral and ripe with hints of peach, strawberry and grass. On the palate, soft and dry with a mineral acidity leading to flavours of strawberries, canteloupe melon and citrus fruits. The finish is honeyed and lingering. The Ultimate Sophisticated Summer Sipper.

Consisting of Mourvedre (40%), Cinsault (30%), Grenache (20%), and Carignan (10%), the 2009 Domaine La Suffrene Bandol Rose was magnetic before it was even poured into the glass.  An attractive salmon pink with a slightly orange tint, the floral nose was packed with fresh red fruits, strawberries, and a touch of citrus.  The wines acidity, grapefruit flavors and elegant meaty finish make for a wonderful food wine or as an aperitif.