France - All Rosé Wines
France holds a special place in the world of rosé wines. The country's dedication to craftsmanship and terroir-driven winemaking has resulted in the creation of exceptional rosé wines that continue to captivate enthusiasts around the globe. Today, let us embark on a journey through the best rosé wines that France has to offer, exploring the renowned vineyards and the diverse regions that give birth to these exquisite pink elixirs.
In Provence, the birthplace of French rosé, vineyards such as Château d'Esclans, Domaines Ott, and Château Miraval craft some of the most sought-after rosé wines in the world. These vineyards are revered for their commitment to quality and their ability to capture the essence of Provence in each bottle. Provence rosés are known for their pale pink color, delicate aromas, and refreshing flavors of red fruits, citrus, and herbs.
Moving to the Rhône Valley, the region of Tavel shines as the home of exceptional rosé wines. Domaine de la Mordorée, Domaine de la Vieille Julienne, and Château d'Aquéria are among the renowned vineyards that produce rich and expressive Tavel rosés. These wines exhibit a deeper color and a more robust structure, showcasing flavors of ripe berries, floral notes, and a touch of spice.
In the Loire Valley, the vineyards of Sancerre and Anjou offer distinctive expressions of rosé. Domaine Vacheron and Domaine Guiberteau are known for their vibrant and mineral-driven Sancerre rosés, while Château de Brézé and Domaine des Roches Neuves produce elegant and complex Anjou rosés.
The region of Bandol in Provence is synonymous with powerful and age-worthy rosé wines. Domaine Tempier, Château Pibarnon, and Domaine de la Tour du Bon are celebrated for their structured and deeply flavored Bandol rosés, characterized by their depth, intensity, and ability to age gracefully.
France's rosé wines are celebrated for their versatility and ability to complement a wide range of cuisines. From fresh seafood and Mediterranean dishes to summer salads and light appetizers, these wines offer a harmonious marriage of flavors that enhance any culinary experience.
France - All Rosé Wines
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Champagne | 1 | 96 (JS) |
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£1,016.66 |
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James Suckling (96)Beautiful orange-cherry color, exuding aromas of dried flowers, cherry stones, wild strawberries, cloves and cinnamon pastries. It’s medium-bodied with excellent weight and balance. Soft bubbles. Layers of soft, supple berry fruit. Pastries and walnuts come through on a seamless finish. Drink or hold. |
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Champagne | 12 | 90 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£128.24 |
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Wine Advocate (90)The 2021-based release of Taittinger’s NV Prestige Rosé, incorporating reserve wines from 2019, 2018 and 2016 and disgorged in January 2025 with a dosage of nine grams per liter, is showing well, revealing aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry and pink grapefruit mingling with brioche and timut pepper. Medium- to full-bodied, ample yet vibrant, it includes 14% still red wine, which lends attractive phenolic grip to its rich core of fruit. It is a blend of 35% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir and 25% Pinot Meunier. Its clear-glass bottle leaves it vulnerable to light strike, so it is essential to avoid exposure to direct sunlight. |
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Champagne | 5 | 90 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£310.84 |
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Wine Advocate (90)The 2021-based release of Taittinger’s NV Prestige Rosé, incorporating reserve wines from 2019, 2018 and 2016 and disgorged in January 2025 with a dosage of nine grams per liter, is showing well, revealing aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry and pink grapefruit mingling with brioche and timut pepper. Medium- to full-bodied, ample yet vibrant, it includes 14% still red wine, which lends attractive phenolic grip to its rich core of fruit. It is a blend of 35% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir and 25% Pinot Meunier. Its clear-glass bottle leaves it vulnerable to light strike, so it is essential to avoid exposure to direct sunlight. |
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Champagne | 4 | - |
Inc. VAT
£721.28 |
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Unveiling the exquisite elegance of Tarlant L'Aerienne Prestige Millesime Rose 2004, a splendid embodiment of connoisseural skill from the house of Tarlant. This prestigious Rosé Champagne, underpinned by a 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir composition, hails from the tranquil landscapes of the Champagne region, France. Its historical roots extend into the 17th century, promising unparalleled enigmatic essence. The 2004 Prestige Millesime is renowned for its meticulous vinification process. Matured in oak barrels, it is known to uniquely fuse the richness of ripe fruits, florals, and gentle smokiness, offering a harmonious palate striking for its freshness and vivacity. Balancing intense complexity and refined purity, the Tarlant L'Aerienne Prestige Millesime Rose 2004 is the epitome of resplendent aged Champagne. Its lustrous pink hue, accentuated by fine effervescence, provides an unrivalled sensory pleasure. Entice your senses with this unfailing testament to Tarlant's audacious winemaking philosophy. Truly, an exceptional choice for those with the discernment to appreciate its extraordinary age, grace, and finesse. |
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Champagne | 2 | - |
Inc. VAT
£387.04 |
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Unveiling the exquisite elegance of Tarlant L'Aerienne Prestige Millesime Rose 2004, a splendid embodiment of connoisseural skill from the house of Tarlant. This prestigious Rosé Champagne, underpinned by a 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir composition, hails from the tranquil landscapes of the Champagne region, France. Its historical roots extend into the 17th century, promising unparalleled enigmatic essence. The 2004 Prestige Millesime is renowned for its meticulous vinification process. Matured in oak barrels, it is known to uniquely fuse the richness of ripe fruits, florals, and gentle smokiness, offering a harmonious palate striking for its freshness and vivacity. Balancing intense complexity and refined purity, the Tarlant L'Aerienne Prestige Millesime Rose 2004 is the epitome of resplendent aged Champagne. Its lustrous pink hue, accentuated by fine effervescence, provides an unrivalled sensory pleasure. Entice your senses with this unfailing testament to Tarlant's audacious winemaking philosophy. Truly, an exceptional choice for those with the discernment to appreciate its extraordinary age, grace, and finesse. |
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Champagne | 1 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. VAT
£1,721.06 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2008 La Grande Dame Rosé is a very pretty wine. Not surprisingly, the 2008 is starting to show signs of age, not in a negative way per se, but there is also little doubt that time seems to bring out the natural vinous intensity and gamey character of Pinot Noir. The 2008 is like a teenager going through adolescence. I had had the privilege of tasting La Grande Dame Rosé going back many decades. Those experiences left me with the strong impression that the Rosé is best enjoyed either relatively young or quite old, as the wine can be something of a moving target in between those two distinct phases. |
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Champagne | 18 | 91 (WS) |
Inc. VAT
£318.26 |
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Wine Spectator (91)The color of ballet shoes, this offers a floral nose partnered with a rich palate of flavor, subtly woven with brioche, toasted nut, black raspberry, apricot and graphite notes. This vibrant wine maintains a sense of elegance throughout. |
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Champagne | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£139.45 |
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Vinous (93)A classy, understated wine, the 2010 Grand Cellier Rubis offers striking depth and nuance. Now, nearly two and half years after its disgorgement, the 2010 is just starting to open up aromatically. The Rubis is deceptively medium in body, yet it possesses notable drive. There is plenty of depth in the glass, but it is more implied than overtly stated. The Rubis is 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay. Dosage is 8 grams per liter. Disgorged November, 2014. |
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Champagne | 2 | 90 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£843.86 |
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Vinous (90)The 2013 Brut Rosé Emotion is more interesting than the 2014 tasted alongside it, as it has more depth and overall textural presence. Here, too, I find the fruit a bit faded, while the oak imprint is unusually strong. The blend is 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay. Disgorged: April, 2020. |
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Champagne | 1 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£548.66 |
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Vinous (94)The 2015 Brut Rosé Emotion is gorgeous. The Emotion is done in an airy, understated style that is more finesse than power. Crushed red berry fruit, cranberry, white flowers and mint all grace this sculpted, wonderfully energetic Rosé from Vilmart. Dosage is 9 grams per liter. |
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Champagne | 1 | 96 (JS) |
In Bond
£830.00 |
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James Suckling (96)Beautiful orange-cherry color, exuding aromas of dried flowers, cherry stones, wild strawberries, cloves and cinnamon pastries. It’s medium-bodied with excellent weight and balance. Soft bubbles. Layers of soft, supple berry fruit. Pastries and walnuts come through on a seamless finish. Drink or hold. |
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Champagne | 12 | 90 (WA) |
In Bond
£104.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90)The 2021-based release of Taittinger’s NV Prestige Rosé, incorporating reserve wines from 2019, 2018 and 2016 and disgorged in January 2025 with a dosage of nine grams per liter, is showing well, revealing aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry and pink grapefruit mingling with brioche and timut pepper. Medium- to full-bodied, ample yet vibrant, it includes 14% still red wine, which lends attractive phenolic grip to its rich core of fruit. It is a blend of 35% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir and 25% Pinot Meunier. Its clear-glass bottle leaves it vulnerable to light strike, so it is essential to avoid exposure to direct sunlight. |
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Champagne | 5 | 90 (WA) |
In Bond
£243.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90)The 2021-based release of Taittinger’s NV Prestige Rosé, incorporating reserve wines from 2019, 2018 and 2016 and disgorged in January 2025 with a dosage of nine grams per liter, is showing well, revealing aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry and pink grapefruit mingling with brioche and timut pepper. Medium- to full-bodied, ample yet vibrant, it includes 14% still red wine, which lends attractive phenolic grip to its rich core of fruit. It is a blend of 35% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir and 25% Pinot Meunier. Its clear-glass bottle leaves it vulnerable to light strike, so it is essential to avoid exposure to direct sunlight. |
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Champagne | 4 | - |
In Bond
£568.00 |
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Unveiling the exquisite elegance of Tarlant L'Aerienne Prestige Millesime Rose 2004, a splendid embodiment of connoisseural skill from the house of Tarlant. This prestigious Rosé Champagne, underpinned by a 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir composition, hails from the tranquil landscapes of the Champagne region, France. Its historical roots extend into the 17th century, promising unparalleled enigmatic essence. The 2004 Prestige Millesime is renowned for its meticulous vinification process. Matured in oak barrels, it is known to uniquely fuse the richness of ripe fruits, florals, and gentle smokiness, offering a harmonious palate striking for its freshness and vivacity. Balancing intense complexity and refined purity, the Tarlant L'Aerienne Prestige Millesime Rose 2004 is the epitome of resplendent aged Champagne. Its lustrous pink hue, accentuated by fine effervescence, provides an unrivalled sensory pleasure. Entice your senses with this unfailing testament to Tarlant's audacious winemaking philosophy. Truly, an exceptional choice for those with the discernment to appreciate its extraordinary age, grace, and finesse. |
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Champagne | 2 | - |
In Bond
£306.00 |
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Unveiling the exquisite elegance of Tarlant L'Aerienne Prestige Millesime Rose 2004, a splendid embodiment of connoisseural skill from the house of Tarlant. This prestigious Rosé Champagne, underpinned by a 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir composition, hails from the tranquil landscapes of the Champagne region, France. Its historical roots extend into the 17th century, promising unparalleled enigmatic essence. The 2004 Prestige Millesime is renowned for its meticulous vinification process. Matured in oak barrels, it is known to uniquely fuse the richness of ripe fruits, florals, and gentle smokiness, offering a harmonious palate striking for its freshness and vivacity. Balancing intense complexity and refined purity, the Tarlant L'Aerienne Prestige Millesime Rose 2004 is the epitome of resplendent aged Champagne. Its lustrous pink hue, accentuated by fine effervescence, provides an unrivalled sensory pleasure. Entice your senses with this unfailing testament to Tarlant's audacious winemaking philosophy. Truly, an exceptional choice for those with the discernment to appreciate its extraordinary age, grace, and finesse. |
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Champagne | 1 | 94 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£1,417.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2008 La Grande Dame Rosé is a very pretty wine. Not surprisingly, the 2008 is starting to show signs of age, not in a negative way per se, but there is also little doubt that time seems to bring out the natural vinous intensity and gamey character of Pinot Noir. The 2008 is like a teenager going through adolescence. I had had the privilege of tasting La Grande Dame Rosé going back many decades. Those experiences left me with the strong impression that the Rosé is best enjoyed either relatively young or quite old, as the wine can be something of a moving target in between those two distinct phases. |
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Champagne | 18 | 91 (WS) |
In Bond
£248.00 |
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Wine Spectator (91)The color of ballet shoes, this offers a floral nose partnered with a rich palate of flavor, subtly woven with brioche, toasted nut, black raspberry, apricot and graphite notes. This vibrant wine maintains a sense of elegance throughout. |
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Champagne | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
£113.00 |
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Vinous (93)A classy, understated wine, the 2010 Grand Cellier Rubis offers striking depth and nuance. Now, nearly two and half years after its disgorgement, the 2010 is just starting to open up aromatically. The Rubis is deceptively medium in body, yet it possesses notable drive. There is plenty of depth in the glass, but it is more implied than overtly stated. The Rubis is 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay. Dosage is 8 grams per liter. Disgorged November, 2014. |
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Champagne | 2 | 90 (VN) |
In Bond
£686.00 |
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Vinous (90)The 2013 Brut Rosé Emotion is more interesting than the 2014 tasted alongside it, as it has more depth and overall textural presence. Here, too, I find the fruit a bit faded, while the oak imprint is unusually strong. The blend is 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay. Disgorged: April, 2020. |
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Champagne | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£440.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2015 Brut Rosé Emotion is gorgeous. The Emotion is done in an airy, understated style that is more finesse than power. Crushed red berry fruit, cranberry, white flowers and mint all grace this sculpted, wonderfully energetic Rosé from Vilmart. Dosage is 9 grams per liter. |
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