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93 Points
Graceful Mediterranean character and historic Provençal pedigree define this celebrated Bandol rosé from one of France’s most iconic estates. The 2024 Domaines Ott Château Romassan Bandol Rosé is sourced from the terraced limestone and marl slopes surrounding Château Romassan in the commune of Le Castellet, where Mourvèdre thrives in the warm maritime climate of Bandol.
Originally acquired by the Ott family in 1956, the estate is devoted to structured rosé, with Mourvèdre forming the backbone of the blend and lending depth, savoury complexity and remarkable ageing potential. The 2024 vintage shows the hallmark pale copper-pink hue associated with the house style, combining elegance with quiet power. Fermentation at controlled temperatures preserves aromatic purity, while careful élevage on fine lees builds texture without sacrificing freshness. In the glass the wine is poised and refined, balancing delicate fruit with mineral salinity drawn from the limestone soils.
Subtle herbal and citrus tones frame the wine’s layered palate, giving it more dimension than most rosés while remaining unmistakably fresh. Château Romassan rosé stands apart for its structure and gastronomic versatility, equally suited to fine cuisine as to aperitif service. Though immediately expressive in youth, the wine possesses the substance to evolve positively over several years, a rare attribute in rosé.
Graceful Mediterranean character and historic Provençal pedigree define this celebrated Bandol rosé from one of France’s most iconic estates. The 2024 Domaines Ott Château Romassan Bandol Rosé is sourced from the terraced limestone and marl slopes surrounding Château Romassan in the commune of Le Castellet, where Mourvèdre thrives in the warm maritime climate of Bandol.
Originally acquired by the Ott family in 1956, the estate is devoted to structured rosé, with Mourvèdre forming the backbone of the blend and lending depth, savoury complexity and remarkable ageing potential. The 2024 vintage shows the hallmark pale copper-pink hue associated with the house style, combining elegance with quiet power. Fermentation at controlled temperatures preserves aromatic purity, while careful élevage on fine lees builds texture without sacrificing freshness. In the glass the wine is poised and refined, balancing delicate fruit with mineral salinity drawn from the limestone soils.
Subtle herbal and citrus tones frame the wine’s layered palate, giving it more dimension than most rosés while remaining unmistakably fresh. Château Romassan rosé stands apart for its structure and gastronomic versatility, equally suited to fine cuisine as to aperitif service. Though immediately expressive in youth, the wine possesses the substance to evolve positively over several years, a rare attribute in rosé.
“A serious Bandol rosé showing grapefruit, peach skin and subtle herbs. It is medium-bodied with fine texture, bright acidity and a mineral finish. Elegant and gastronomic.”
“Structured yet refined, revealing stone fruit, citrus oil and delicate spice. The saline finish and balance make this a classic expression of Bandol rosé with the capacity to age.”
From Alsace to Provence, Marcel Ott’s search for exceptional terroir culminated in 1896 with the founding of what would become Domaines Ott. His vision—to elevate the wines of Provence to global acclaim—was quietly radical. Rather than chase trends, Ott focused on noble varieties, low yields, and soil-first viticulture at a time when few in the region did. Over the next decades, he acquired three distinct estates—Château de Selle, Clos Mireille, and Château Romassan—each restored with meticulous care and a long-term view that continues to define the family’s legacy.
The unmistakable Ott bottle, created by Marcel’s son René in 1932, reflects the brand’s confidence and singular identity. Modelled after the cypress trees and ancient amphorae of Provence, it stands as a symbol of both heritage and innovation. While others may have sought broader adoption, the Ott family reserved its use for their own wines—quietly reinforcing their commitment to doing things differently.
Today, Domaines Ott remains a benchmark for Provençal wine, with all vineyards farmed using organic and biodynamic-inspired practices. Now under the Roederer Collection umbrella, the estates continue to honour Marcel Ott’s philosophy: to craft wines of integrity and precision that express their sites, their region, and the passage of time.
At Domaines Ott, wine is not just made—it’s cultivated through time, intention, and an enduring respect for the land. Across four generations, the Ott family has remained anchored to a vision that blends traditional know-how with careful innovation. Each estate—Château de Selle, Clos Mireille, and Château Romassan—is treated as a living organism, where low-impact viticulture and an uncompromising pursuit of quality go hand in hand.
Viticulture here is deeply manual and rooted in observation. Every vine is tended by hand, with 600 hours of work poured into each hectare annually—double the regional average. Each step, from pruning to harvest, is dictated by the rhythms of the plant, not the pressures of production. The estates’ signature terraces, or restanques, allow for deep-rooted vines and naturally balanced fruit, supported by long fallow periods that restore soil health between plantings.
In the cellar, minimal intervention meets maximum precision. Fermentations unfold under gravity; temperatures are carefully moderated; ageing is slow and considered. It’s a process designed not to shape the wine, but to reveal it. The result is a portfolio of wines that express Provence in its purest form—vivid, textured, and entirely site-driven.
Aromas of white peach, pink grapefruit and wild strawberry layered with dried herbs, citrus peel, sea breeze salinity and faint hints of rose petal and fennel.
Medium-bodied for a rosé, showing ripe orchard fruit, blood orange and red berries supported by vibrant acidity, mineral tension and a savoury Mourvèdre core.
Long and gently saline, with notes of citrus zest, herbs de Provence and a fine stony grip that lingers with impressive clarity.