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| | Tasted by bjurry on 6/28/2019 & rated 90 points: Full bodied and still far from over the top (1098 views) |
| | Tasted by Bob H on 9/22/2018: A little less vibrant in color than the 2013, and the nose here is not as showy either - you don't get that citric rush here, and the scent is more akin to faint rose petals.
Pretty tasty on the palate, though - not as chiseled as the '13, but more savory. Pretty interesting vintage variation, and this wine is clearly closer to the "end of the road", but still quite enjoyable today. MY recollection is that the last bottle I tried of this was somewhat oxidized, so there may be bottle variation at this point in it's development. Definitely in the "drink up" category. (1293 views) |
| | Tasted by RockinCabs on 7/4/2018 & rated 92 points: Outstanding rose from magnum that had been in my cellar 5-yrs. Pibarnon does age, and I was happy with how this developed. Great depth to the honey, acacia, lemon and basil notes, but retained fresh strawberry and watermelon notes. Great as usual. My last bottle.
Helped us survive the oppressive heat wave of 4th of July. (1470 views) |
| | Tasted by Bob H on 10/4/2017: A light blood orange color in the glass; citrus notes on the nose.
Bone dry, with decent acidity - I like this, but other tasters might find this too severe of a style. Probably on the decline but still enjoyable if you like the style. (1724 views) |
| | Tasted by ews3 on 7/13/2017 & rated 88 points: Wild strawberry, red plum. Fresh acid. Nice balance and a little darker profile. (1828 views) |
| | Tasted by Bob H on 8/20/2016: Salmon-pink in the glass; minerally nose with a citric accent.
Bone-dry and taut/lean on the palate; nice finish. This is still quite interesting (and refreshing) at almost four years after the harvest - I can't say that it's any better or notably different than on release, but it's still a pleasure to drink. (1380 views) |
| | Tasted by mrecknor on 8/11/2016 & rated 87 points: This is obviously a well-made wine, and it paired well with food. But I found it pale in nose and taste for the price. (1206 views) |
| | Tasted by winemaker on 8/4/2016 & rated 91 points: Same as last bottle. Lovely. Bottle disappeared quickly. (1119 views) |
| | Tasted by Bob H on 7/3/2016: Color seems like a cross between light salmon and orange - this strikes me as a shade or two darker than the typical bottle. Reticent nose with citric accents.
Light- to medium-bodied, with nice length on the finish. Very dry & minerally - this wine is not about the fruit. I'm grilling up some Sockeye Salmon for dinner later, and I think this should pair well with the fish. (1113 views) |
| | Tasted by winemaker on 6/18/2016 & rated 91 points: Really drinking well. Glad I have one left. Perfect for a warm summer night. (771 views) |
| | Tasted by KostaKats on 6/18/2016 & rated 91 points: Wonderful Provençal rose. Typical salmon colour. Was worried about this one as it had a few years on it but no to worry. Bright nose of fresh strawberries, slight peach but big ripe citrus, lemons and especially oranges. Crisp yet mouth filling on the palate with more citrus. Slight herbal edge but rich fruit through the finish. Lovely. (1170 views) |
| | Tasted by Bob H on 6/11/2016: One of the benefits of regularly buying a particular wine is that you get to compare them to their younger or older siblings on a side-by-side basis once in a while.
The 2012 is a shade or two lighter in color than the 2014; the nose here is not as overtly citric.
Dry, but not severely so, and "well-rounded", for lack of a better term - very appealing on opening. I know a lot of folks like to consume their rose' in the year following harvest, but this bottle is certainly an argument that age can lend additional nuance to a rose'.
This is a blend of Cinsault and Mourvedre. (869 views) |
| | Tasted by RockinCabs on 6/11/2016 & rated 93 points: Gorgeous rose that has benefited from some cellar time to mellow and lose some of the sharper acidic corners. Round alpine strawberry and raspberry notes on entry and great sweet herbs as well. Bit of citrus and mineral as well.
One more mag in my cellar that will be popped either late season or next summer. (1007 views) |
| | Tasted by dlduchon on 9/4/2015 & rated 90 points: Spot on Bandol Rosé. A little age on it has changed it to have a different dimension. But still balanced, less fruity, with sufficient acid finish, losing it bite. (1082 views) |
| | Tasted by Bob H on 7/25/2015: Light Salmon-colored in the glass; nice "crispness" on the nose, with citric accents.
Bone-dry on the palate; quite refreshing, and a serious rose'. I'm grilling Salmon for dinner and this should go great with that dish. (1161 views) |
| | Tasted by Schiffy on 5/7/2015 & rated 91 points: Never had a three year old rose before but am impressed by how fresh, lively and acidic this wine shows. Notes of strawberry and citrus integrate seemlessly with the wine. Rose doesn't get better than this. (1324 views) |
| | Tasted by Ward Huang on 4/4/2015 & rated 91 points: Light salmon pink in color. Noses of peach, strawberry, melon, and spices, smelling a little dry in the end. Medium body, showing more weight and structure than the acidity with a fresh finish containing fruits and chopped citrus peels. 10% more Mourvedre than the 2010.
17年补个中文：淡淡的三文鱼色，蛋蛋的忧桑，偏题了。白桃，草莓，蜜瓜，香料，香气尾端很干。中低酒体，但是也很有重量和结构，回味新鲜，带有一点柚子皮味。灰常好。很好奇继续陈年会咋样。 (902 views) |
| | Tasted by The Fickle Palate on 11/2/2014: This is pretty full on for a rosé. Orange coppery pink colour. Strawberry, fresh peach and Chantilly cream on the nose, becoming more confected, lots of jellied fruit gums. Seriously mouth-coating, some waxy orange, fleshy texture with a vibrant, stone fruit finish. The stark absence of acidity does make this a touch flabby, but the warming alcohol keeps it piquant and lively **** (1568 views) |
| | Tasted by David_T on 9/5/2014 & rated 90 points: Quite a bit going on here; strawberries/cherries, lots of minerals, a bit of citrus and stone fruit. Light acidity; good structure. Drink now or should last another year or more. (1605 views) |
| | Tasted by jrobs7777 on 7/20/2014: From a magnum. Bright. Red fruit. Citrus. Great acidity. This is a fantastic rose. Not only does it stand alone but it can easily pair with fish and shellfish. Should age well for a few years. A classic Bandol rose. (1630 views) |
| | Tasted by Bob H on 6/28/2014: My last note on this was about 8 months ago; salmon-colored in the glass, with a distinct citrus note on the nose.
Nicely put together on the palate, bright and lively, nice elongated finish - this is my last bottle, but the wine is still drinking quite fresh, as this is one rose capable of some bottle age. (1613 views) |
| | Tasted by PVJC on 6/14/2014: Terrific. Retrospectively, the best rose we had all summer. (1187 views) |
| | Tasted by kopatrota on 12/18/2013 & rated 91 points: ar (1886 views) |
| | Tasted by Bob H on 10/19/2013: Light salmon pink; fresh, if reticent nose, with citrus accents.
This is brighter & livelier than the 2010; longer finish as well. Bracing, dry on the palate, very enjoyable. (1681 views) |
| | Tasted by drwine2001 on 8/27/2013: Out of magnum. Light salmon. Full bodied with glyceral feel. Dark red fruit, fennel and some tannin. Rich, dry Bandol rosé. Sterner style than Terrebrune. (1853 views) |
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