France

Côtes de Provence Fréjus

Medium

Plastic/Synthetic

Rosé

The Paquette family, owner here since 1952, is a staunch defender of the rarely seen Fréjus denomination. This rarity is probably at least in part due to the requirement to include a minimum of 20% of the distinctive (and tricky to grow) Provençal variety Tibouren. Thémis is the domaine’s top cuvée, combining 66% Tibouren with 34% Mourvèdre grown in the volcanic soils of Fréjus, and the wine is fermented in 600-litre oak barrels. Certified organic, produced using biodynamic methods (certified as of 2024). Heather Dougherty: Broad and expressive. Long-lasting dried peach and mango, with leafy undertones bringing freshness. Compelling – a wine to return to. Lionel Periner: Orange colour, with aromas of pear and a hint of oak. The palate is dry with a creamy texture. A touch of oxidation. Daphne Teremetz: Barrel notes of vanilla and spice plus sapid, lifted verjus. Long and refined, with slate, vanilla, spice, lemon and ginger.

Mourvèdre

Tibouren

Château Paquette, Thémis, Côtes de Provence Fréjus, Provence, France, 2023

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The Paquette family, owner here since 1952, is a staunch defender of the rarely seen Fréjus denomination. This rarity is probabl

Château Paquette, Thémis, Côtes de Provence Fréjus, Provence, France 2023

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