More about the 2024 DOMAINES OTT CHÂTEAU ROMASSAN BANDOL ROSÉ: Perched at the base of Le Castellet in the storied Bandol appellation, Château Romassan Ocean Rosé is a masterclass in Mediterranean elegance. The rocky terraces, steeped in limestone, sandstone, and marine marl, lie just above the sea spray of the Bay of Bandol, where the maritime air tempers the heat and nourishes vines averaging 14 years in age. In this golden landscape, Mourvèdre—supported by Grenache and Cinsault—thrives, its regal structure softened by Provence’s cooling breeze, yielding a rosé of rare clarity and depth Gentle and thoughtful hands harvest the fruit by hand, and each bunch undergoes meticulous sorting before undergoing a direct press with only brief skin contact. The resulting juice ferments in temperature-controlled stainless steel and is rested for four to six months, avoiding malolactic fermentation so as to preserve vibrant freshness and poise. Since 2022, the estate has embraced certified organic farming practices— the cultivation is deliberate, measured, rooted in respect for terroir. In the glass, the 2024 vintage reveals a pale peach glow with luminous copper highlights. Its nose opens with a symphony of citrus blossom, passion fruit, and red berries—layered, expressive, and inviting. The palate carries a graceful weight, suffused with mandarin freshness, whispers of pomelo pith, and the subtle spice of Sichuan pepper. The finish lingers with floral lift, salty brine, and a mineral thread that keeps you coming back. Critically acclaimed and beautifully textured, this rosé embodies both the savory lineage of Bandol and the refined vision of a legendary house.