La Bastide Blanche Bandol Rose 2024 chateau-de-laubade where calcareous blue marl soils

where calcareous blue marl soils dominate

steeply ascending terraces

facing east

It takes on “gras” (velvety texture) and a more precise architecture supported by silky tannins

La Bastide Blanche Bandol Rose 2024 chateau-de-laubade where calcareous blue marl soilsBought in 1972 in a case of love at first sight, the domaine was restructured to become a staple of the Bandol appellation. Environmentally friendly, the domaine is certified organic and uses no synthetic pesticides, with manual harvesting and is worked without added yeast during vinification. The domaine's ros has a complex nose of exotic fruit, citrus and spring roses. It starts off broad on a structured palate but remains smooth and fresh. A good