Bandol Rosé 2024 Domaine Tempier

Domaine Tempier Bandol Rosé 2024

Rosé – Bandol AOC, Provence, France

A rare and refined rosé from the legendary Domaine Tempier, which is primarily known for its red wines – but their Bandol rosé is a well-kept secret among connoisseurs.

Flavor profile:

Color: Light golden with salmon-colored hues.

Aroma: Delicate and complex with notes of white flowers, citrus, pear, stone fruit and a slightly spicy, mineral note.

Taste: Fresh and silky with balanced acidity. The taste offers peach, lemon, honeydew melon and a touch of anise and herbs.

Aftertaste: Elegant and persistent with mineral purity and a slightly salty touch from the nearby Mediterranean.

Winemaking:

The grapes are harvested manually from vineyards near the Mediterranean.

Fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness and terroir expression.

No or minimal malolactic fermentation – the wine's character is driven by freshness and finesse.

Facts:

Grapes: Clairette, Ugni Blanc, Rolle (Vermentino), Bourboulenc and Marsanne

Appellation: Bandol AOC

Producer: Domaine Tempier

Year: 2024

Alcohol: 12.5%

Serving: 10–12 °C – perfect with fish, shellfish, goat cheese and southern French dishes

Storage: Ready to drink now, but can develop beautifully over 3–5 years

Domaine Tempier Bandol rosé 2024 is a rare rosé with great personality, combining southern French charm with elegant minerality - an ideal companion for summer gastronomy.