Côtes de Provence Rosé Cru Classé Tradition, Clos Cibonne

A completely different style of Provence rosé

This 17th century estate – one of eighteen in Provence with Cru Classé status – in the Maures hills overlooking Toulon is the proudest and finest custodian of a pretty special grape: Tibouren. It was here in the 1930s that André Roux decided to devote his vineyards to Tibouren, which had been in drastic decline since the onset of the phylloxera blight.

An ancient Mediterranean variety reputedly favoured by Julius Caesar, Tibouren was transported over the Alps by Napoleon’s troops and took root in Liguria as Rossese. Here in Provence it makes thirst-quenching, smoky, sapid pinks, and earthy, red-fruited fine reds.

Clos Cibonne’s Tradition Rosé is made with 90% Tibouren and 10% Grenache. Salmon orange in colour, it is smooth and spicy with notes of orange peel and peach. It is textured and structured, with a long finish.

Colour – Rosé
Producer – Clos Cibonne
Country – France
Region – Provence
Vegan – Yes
ABV – 14%
Grapes – Tibouren, Grenache
Vintage – 2022
Sustainability – Organic
Female Winemaker – Yes
Food Pairings – Lamb curry, Bouillabaisse