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16½/20
La Bargemone Cuvée Marina Rosé 2013
Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence, Provence, Sud de France, FranceYeah , I was skeptical too. I mean, look at that bottle. Marketing ploy? But then, the aroma: savoury, stony minerality, spice. And the colour - that gossamer pale peach salmon hue, that instantly transports to the warm, herb-laden winds of Provence. Safe to tuck in and enjoy this bone dry and positively racy rosé. Stony spice throughout, with sun-warmed watermelon, wild strawberries, roses, mandarin and an undertone of a heady wild herb bouquet. The structure is quietly confident, acidity is vibrant and the pink grapefruit pith finish lingering. The sustainably farmed syrah, cabernet sauvignon and grenache in this blend are on a 150 hectare property that dates back to the 13th century, situated just outside of the village of Saint-Cannat in Aix-en-Provence. Only a limited amount of this striking wine found its way into our liquor stores. Pour with charcuterie or mussels.Tasted: 22 March 2015Tasted by: Prices:| BC | $30.00 | 750ml | private wine shops |
