Domaines Ott Chateau Romassan Bandol Rose 2018 (750ML)

94 VM  / 90 WS / 89 WA

Brilliant onion skin. Highly perfumed, mineral-accented aromas of fresh red berries and citrus and pit fruits are complemented by a steadily building floral quality. Silky, focused and energetic on the palate, offering concentrated white peach, melon, strawberry and blood orange flavors that show sharp definition and impressive tension. Expands steadily on the extremely long, focused, mineral-driven finish, which leaves a suave floral note behind. - Josh Raynolds, Vinous Media

A smoky note is cast through the poached apricot, ripe melon and white cherry notes of this broad, fresh rosé, with anise, wet stone and herb elements detailing the creamy finish. Mourvèdre, Cinsault and Grenache. Drink now. 23,750 cases made, 2,500 cases imported. - GS, Wine Spectator

The 2018 Bandol Rose Chateau Romassan is a blend of 52% Mourvèdre, 26% Cinsault and 22% Grenache. It's on the pale end of the B Bandol rosé spectrum, with scents of pineapple, peach and lime. Light to medium-bodied, it's silky in texture, elegant, with fine length. Tasted twice (once blind), with consistent notes. CZ - The Wine Advocate