BY DAENNA VAN MULLIGEN
This summer, choose Provence’s rosé wines for a taste of luxury.
Villa Aix en Provence Rosé $23.99 France 270127 This lively and delicate wine is pale pink in colour, with honeysuckle, apricot and citrus aromas, leading to a pristine palate with a slick texture.
Domaine de la Chapelle Saint Victor Provence Rosé
The famous phrase la vie en rose translates to “life in pink.” It’s a delightful French reference to viewing the world through rose- coloured glasses: the ability to see the beauty and positivity in the everyday. We could all use a little joy right now, so this summer, when temperatures rise and days lengthen, say cheers to looking through a luxurious glass of freshly poured Provence rosé. Hailing from the appellations of Côtes de Provence, Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence and Coteaux Varois en Provence in southern France, these dry, slightly fruity and delicate wines reflect terroir influenced by the Alps and the Mediterranean Sea. Provence’s rosés first became popular in the late 1980s and are enjoyed around the world. They’ve seen incredibly consistent
$23.99 France 297604 Maraschino cherry, white blossom and tangerine aromas lead to a palate of peach and mineral flavours. This juicy wine is a light coppery-pink shade.
Domaine La Rigouline Provence Rosé $28.99 France 295431 This deep, peachy- salmon rosé delivers apple, strawberry, tobacco and leather aromas. The palate is concentrated and savoury, with a notable tannin structure. Domaine des Mapliers Abacus Provence Rosé $29.99 France 48532 Expect classic onion skin glints, with aromas of red berries, orange peel, wild herbs and slate. It’s fresh and juicy, with a dry, tobacco- flecked finish.
Domaine La Rose des Vents L’Opaline Provence Rosé $26.99 France 799999 This rosé has light copper-salmon hues with notes of small red berries, honey, peach and tangerine, while pink grapefruit and ginger linger on the palate. Barton & Guestier Tourmaline Provence Rosé $29.99 France 132098 Shaded a medium peachy-orange, this bold rosé suggests wildflowers, tea leaves and wild berries. Expect good structure
sales success for decades, including record exports during the pandemic.
The beauty of Provence’s rosés, aside from their glistening, barely peachy-pink hues, is their ability to pair with cuisines from around the globe. A chilled glass of Provence rosé complements everything from seasonal salads and soups to fish and white meats. Herbs, cheeses, roasted vegetables and mushrooms are all game too. Simple, earthy dishes and more complex, spice-laden recipes can also create dynamic couplings. There is something alluring about Provence’s rosés. Perhaps it’s the sense of being transported to the picturesque lavender fields, quaint hilltop villages and seaside cafes of the French Riviera, sip after sip. Plan your own Provence adventure by picking up a bottle at your local BCLIQUOR store.
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