Top Rosés of the World, Domain Tempier
Just the facts.
- It is Rosé Time.
- We are seeing a steady release of great Rosés.
- Domaine Tempier is one of the best and most sought after Rosés in the world.
- Domaine Tempier Rosé will be delivered very soon, and disappears quickly.
Keep reading for more information, or if you are already thirsty satisfy your thirst for Rose here.
The “blush” wines of the past are mostly gone but many people are afraid to try Rosé for fear that it is sweet or not “good” wine. While you can find good Rosés in many locals these days, the best Rosés often come from France, Spain and Italy. Rosé shares with Champagne it’s ability to pair with a wide variety of cuisine. Pairing it with a glass and some sunshine is classic. Some of my other favorites are grilled chicken, fish, salads, pork, vegetables, and charcuterie. Anything you might have at a BBQ or summer picnic is likely going to work well. One more secret. Save a bottle or two for Thanksgiving; Rosé is VERY good with Classic Thanksgiving Dinner.
Domaine Tempier in the Bandol region produces a number of great wines. The Domaine was Established in 1834 and began its climb to greatness, winning it’s first gold medal in 1885. We are focused on the Rosé today, but Tempier also crafts several reds including three single vineyard designates and a white, all worth seeking out.
The AOC of Bandol lies in Provence about one and a half hours west of Saint Tropez by car, on the southern coast of France. The region is famous for its wine, food, and lifestyle. The AOC requires that area reds and rosés consist of at least 50% Mourvedre with Syrah, Cinsaut and Grenache usually making an appearance. Bandol has been gaining popularity steadily for the last 8-10 years but was well respected long before then. The region has been making wine for around 2,600 years according to historians. In more recent times Bandol was granted AOC status on 11 November 1941, an event in which Domaine Tempier and it’s owners played a key role. The owners campaigned for years to include the area in the protected great wine regions of France.
Below are some of the Technical details from importers site.
Domaine Tempier in the Bandol region produces a number of great wines. The Domaine was Established in 1834 and began its climb to greatness, winning it’s first gold medal in 1885. We are focused on the Rosé today, but Tempier also crafts several reds including three single vineyard designates and a white, all worth seeking out.
The AOC of Bandol lies in Provence about one and a half hours west of Saint Tropez by car, on the southern coast of France. The region is famous for its wine, food, and lifestyle. The AOC requires that area reds and rosés consist of at least 50% Mourvedre with Syrah, Cinsaut and Grenache usually making an appearance. Bandol has been gaining popularity steadily for the last 8-10 years but was well respected long before then. The region has been making wine for around 2,600 years according to historians. In more recent times Bandol was granted AOC status on 11 November 1941, an event in which Domaine Tempier and it’s owners played a key role. The owners campaigned for years to include the area in the protected great wine regions of France.
Below are some of the Technical details from importers site.
- The grapes are grown organically.
- All grapes are harvested by hand.
- Rosé made 50% by saignée and 50% by direct press
- Wine ages in cuve for 6 to 8 months and consist of 55% Mourvèdre, 25% Grenache, 20% Cinsault coming from 13.55 hectares of vinyards.
Bonus: The wines of Domaine Tempier are imported by the iconic Kermit Lynch whose import portfolio is admired my wine geeks far and wide. His book, Adventures on the Wine Route, is a must read for any oenophile.