95 Points
Classic

Clos Cibonne Rosé Tibouren Cuvée Tradition 2021

Stunning, salmon-colored pink, this exquisite rosé is spicy on the nose with hints of quince, fresh raspberries and roasted hazelnuts. The palate is bold and fresh with a captivating mixture of berry and melon flavors concluding with an exotic finish. Enjoy now with Provençal cuisine or creamy French cheeses.

Clos Cibonne Winery

For centuries, Clos Cibonne has bravely forged their own distinct path. They have held true to a tradition of making age-worthy fine wines which happen to be rosé, in the midst of an appellation which rewards fitting in and churning out the same-but-different rosé wines which are ubiquitous throughout Côtes de Provence. It is this independence and originality that has made Clos Cibonne one of the most sought after cult wineries in France, with demand greatly outpacing their artisan-scale production. Clos Cibonne specializes in tibouren, a rare grape variety also found in Liguria. Vinified in stainless steel, then aged under a layer of yeast (like Sherry) in old 500-liter foudres that are beyond a century in age, it makes for a substantial, complex rosé in Cuvée Tradition. If you are looking for a rosé with personality and grace, Clos Cibonne offers both in spades.

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