Domaine of the Bee, Bee Pink, Côtes Catalanes, Languedoc-Roussillon, France 2021

From Justin Howard-Sneyd MW’s domaine in France's far southwest, this is a blend of Grenache Noir, Grenache Gris and Syrah. Very pale pink with a fine, inviting berry nose. Refreshing and elegant rosé, full of lifted strawberry fruit. Absolutely delicious.

Crushed strawberry, peach and almond skin aromas. Tart cranberry and ground almond on the palate, with a grapefruit pith texture, juicy and direct. I really like this Grenache-based blend: it’s got the delicacy of a fine white, but a little more texture and red cranberry profile. White peach, citrus and a little mineral bite. Chewy and toothsome.