Clos Cibonne - Côtes de Provence - Cuvée Prestige Caroline - Rosé - 2023

Wine:

The 2023 Côtes de Provence Cuvée Prestige Caroline Rosé is a luminous rosé with shimmering orange and copper hues. Driven by 90% Tibouren, it opens with aromas of blood orange and spice over a delicate floral backdrop. On the palate, it’s strikingly flavorful and mouthwatering, with impressive volume and a subtle touch of sweet spice—hinting at turmeric. A truly distinctive rosé with exceptional aging potential.

Vinification:

Hand harvested grapes from 40-year-old plots in Tibouren, direct pressing, cold settling in stainless steel vats, then vinification and ageing in 300-litre barrels for 8 to 10 months.

Color:

Bright rosé with brilliant orange and copper hues.

Nose:

Aromas of ripe red fruits mixed with spicy notes and blood orange.

Palate:

A rosé with depth and power, revealing beautiful aromas and freshness on the palate.

Temperature:

Serve between 12 and 14°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Mediterranean ratatouille, roasted sea capon, pepper salad with olive oil and Provençal herbs.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2035

Awarded one star by La Revue du Vin de France—a leading French wine magazine—Clos Cibonne remains an essential name in Provence, celebrated for its unmistakable and timeless charm.

Tucked away on a protected stretch of coastline, this historic estate, certified organic, benefits from a unique terroir where the Tibouren grape truly shines. This ancient, local variety—found nowhere else—produces remarkably distinctive wines that showcase the region’s immense potential. Brigitte and Claude Deforges are devoted to preserving it and sharing its character with the world.

The rosés, in particular, stand apart for their texture, depth, and finesse, striking a perfect balance between Provençal tradition and contemporary style. The reds are equally impressive, offering the same refined, original personality.