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Domaine de la Croix d'Allons Bandol Rosé 2021
Vintage Character
Domaine de la Croix d'Allons Bandol Rosé 2021 comes from the Bandol AOC, one of Provence’s most distinctive rosé appellations and one where Mourvèdre plays a defining role. The 2021 vintage was shaped by a relatively fresh growing season and moderate summer conditions, giving wines with lively acidity, precision, and particularly attractive balance, making it a strong and classically styled year for elegant Bandol rosé. Around Le Castellet, Bandol’s sunlit hillside vineyards and clay-limestone soils, tempered by Mediterranean breezes, help deliver both aromatic brightness and the savory depth that sets this appellation apart from simpler Provençal rosés.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
In the glass, this wine offers vivid aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, pink grapefruit, white peach, and citrus peel, with subtle floral tones and a faint hint of garrigue. The palate is dry, energetic, and finely textured, combining juicy red-berry fruit with stony minerality, a gentle spice note, and a clean, mouthwatering finish. Its composure and freshness make it especially versatile at the table: try it with grilled sea bream, herbed roast chicken, or niçoise salad. The Mourvèdre in the blend gives it more structure and persistence than many rosés, adding depth without sacrificing finesse.
Winery Background
Domaine de la Croix d'Allons is a small family estate run by Stéphane and Carine Bénéchet in Bandol, with a philosophy centered on respectful farming and faithful expression of place. The vineyards are farmed organically, and the domaine is known for favoring careful manual work and restrained cellar handling over heavy extraction or overt winemaking signatures. For the rosé, the approach emphasizes purity and texture, typically through gentle pressing, cool fermentation, and time on fine lees to build nuance while preserving freshness. This combination of organic viticulture, Mourvèdre-led identity, and true Bandol character makes the estate a compelling source for serious Provence rosé.
Domaine de la Croix d'Allons Bandol Rosé 2021 comes from the Bandol AOC, one of Provence’s most distinctive rosé appellations and one where Mourvèdre plays a defining role. The 2021 vintage was shaped by a relatively fresh growing season and moderate summer conditions, giving wines with lively acidity, precision, and particularly attractive balance, making it a strong and classically styled year for elegant Bandol rosé. Around Le Castellet, Bandol’s sunlit hillside vineyards and clay-limestone soils, tempered by Mediterranean breezes, help deliver both aromatic brightness and the savory depth that sets this appellation apart from simpler Provençal rosés.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
In the glass, this wine offers vivid aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, pink grapefruit, white peach, and citrus peel, with subtle floral tones and a faint hint of garrigue. The palate is dry, energetic, and finely textured, combining juicy red-berry fruit with stony minerality, a gentle spice note, and a clean, mouthwatering finish. Its composure and freshness make it especially versatile at the table: try it with grilled sea bream, herbed roast chicken, or niçoise salad. The Mourvèdre in the blend gives it more structure and persistence than many rosés, adding depth without sacrificing finesse.
Winery Background
Domaine de la Croix d'Allons is a small family estate run by Stéphane and Carine Bénéchet in Bandol, with a philosophy centered on respectful farming and faithful expression of place. The vineyards are farmed organically, and the domaine is known for favoring careful manual work and restrained cellar handling over heavy extraction or overt winemaking signatures. For the rosé, the approach emphasizes purity and texture, typically through gentle pressing, cool fermentation, and time on fine lees to build nuance while preserving freshness. This combination of organic viticulture, Mourvèdre-led identity, and true Bandol character makes the estate a compelling source for serious Provence rosé.
Product details
Wine TypeRosé
WineryDomaine de la Croix d'Allons
Grape VarietiesMourvèdre, Grenache, Cinsault
WinemakerStéphane Bénéchet
CountryFrance
Expert Rating—
RegionProvence
Production VolumeSmall(approx. 12,000 bottles)
Sub-regionBandol
SweetnessDry
Classification (Ranking)—
Alcohol Level13.5
Format750ml
Prices
Think Wine Merchant Limited
Standard delivery 2-5 working days
Vinobuzz Delivery
HK$202
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