Barton & Guestier
Tourmaline Côtes de Provence Grenache Blend Rosé
Côtes de Provence, Provence, France
Copper tinge. Aromas of strawberry, apricot and dust/gravel. Crisp, very nice for a hot day in the Bay Area.
Copper tinge. Aromas of strawberry, apricot and dust/gravel. Crisp, very nice for a hot day in the Bay Area.
1 person found it helpfulAug 2nd, 2020
Clean, crisp, tasty rosé on a late spring evening. Drank alone, but could have easily been paired with a salmon dinner. Also, a beautiful bottle!
Clean, crisp, tasty rosé on a late spring evening. Drank alone, but could have easily been paired with a salmon dinner. Also, a beautiful bottle!
1 person found it helpfulJun 14th, 2020
Côtes de Provence, France 🇫🇷
Overview:
A straightforward, value-driven Provence rosé built for easy, casual enjoyment. The blend leans into the classic regional formula, Cinsault and Grenache at the core, supported by Mourvèdre and likely small single-digit Syrah. Nothing out of bounds stylistically, but also nothing pushing the envelope.
Aromas & Flavors:
Soft red fruits, faint strawberry skin, and light citrus peel. The profile is clean and restrained, with subtle herbal undertones typical of Provence, but without much aromatic lift or complexity.
Mouthfeel:
Light to medium-bodied, smooth, and easygoing. Fresh enough to stay pleasant, though the texture and finish remain simple and short. Designed more for refreshment than expression.
Food Pairings:
Casual aperitif duty, light salads, grilled vegetables, or simple Mediterranean bites. Works best when well chilled and not overthought.
Verdict:
An okay Provence rosé that delivers exactly what its price point promises. Not impressive, not flawed, just serviceable. I wouldn’t seek it out, but I can comfortably enjoy a glass or two in a relaxed, warm-weather setting.
Did You Know?
Côtes de Provence rosés often rely on Cinsault for delicacy and Grenache for fruit, with Mourvèdre and Syrah used sparingly to add structure, especially in high-volume, value-focused bottlings like this one.
Côtes de Provence, France 🇫🇷
Overview:
A straightforward, value-driven Provence rosé built for easy, casual enjoyment. The blend leans into the classic regional formula, Cinsault and Grenache at the core, supported by Mourvèdre and likely small single-digit Syrah. Nothing out of bounds stylistically, but also nothing pushing the envelope.
Aromas & Flavors:
Soft red fruits, faint strawberry skin, and light citrus peel. The profile is clean and restrained, with subtle herbal undertones typical of Provence, but without much aromatic lift or complexity.
Mouthfeel:
Light to medium-bodied, smooth, and easygoing. Fresh enough to stay pleasant, though the texture and finish remain simple and short. Designed more for refreshment than expression.
Food Pairings:
Casual aperitif duty, light salads, grilled vegetables, or simple Mediterranean bites. Works best when well chilled and not overthought.
Verdict:
An okay Provence rosé that delivers exactly what its price point promises. Not impressive, not flawed, just serviceable. I wouldn’t seek it out, but I can comfortably enjoy a glass or two in a relaxed, warm-weather setting.
Did You Know?
Côtes de Provence rosés often rely on Cinsault for delicacy and Grenache for fruit, with Mourvèdre and Syrah used sparingly to add structure, especially in high-volume, value-focused bottlings like this one.
Solid rose. Watermelon and strawberry. Got my flowers planted. Too bad it’s chilly and raining.
Solid rose. Watermelon and strawberry. Got my flowers planted. Too bad it’s chilly and raining.
May 9th, 2024
Excellent aromas with crisp acidity & decent mouth feel. Sounds like what one wants in a rose.
Excellent aromas with crisp acidity & decent mouth feel. Sounds like what one wants in a rose.
Apr 28th, 2021Great light flavor with a bit of minerality
Great light flavor with a bit of minerality
Oct 5th, 2020Perfect on a steamy summer night in Dallas with fried shrimp
Perfect on a steamy summer night in Dallas with fried shrimp
Aug 5th, 2020
Excellent value Provençal rosé. Clean and crisp with notes of strawberry, apricot and crushed gravel. High acid finish that paired well with smoked prosciutto, asparagus and arugula-pesto penne.
Excellent value Provençal rosé. Clean and crisp with notes of strawberry, apricot and crushed gravel. High acid finish that paired well with smoked prosciutto, asparagus and arugula-pesto penne.
May 15th, 2020