Domaine Yves Leccia, d'E Croce Patrimonio Cuvée Ose Rosé 2020 vs Lafran Veyrolles Bandol Rosé 2025
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Domaine Yves Leccia, d'E Croce Patrimonio Cuvée Ose Rosé 2020 currently starts £0.45 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £23.50 | £23.95 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Domaine Yves Leccia | Bandol |
| Style | Rosé | Rosé |
| Grape | Grenache, Garnacha | Mourvèdre |
| Region | — | Provence |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Domaine Yves Leccia, d'E Croce Patrimonio Cuvée Ose Rosé 2020
Over the last 20 years Yves has crafted a range of thrilling single vineyard wines in the schist clay limestone terroirs of Patrimonio and the results are quite extraordinary. The team does not use any oak in the cellar, but these are serious wines, loaded with terroir-driven character and all fully certified organic. "80% Niellucciu, 20% Grenache Planted in 1999, Clay, Limestone, Schist, 4.6 ha Sweeter, fruitier nose than YL, peaches are now ripe! Rose petals, lemon sherbert The refreshing salinity is still there but balanced by galia melon and honeysuckle sweetness, a lick of orange peel tannins and orange bitters. Stricter than some rosé but enough ripeness - no traces of bubblegum of confection" Tom Harrow
Lafran Veyrolles Bandol Rosé 2025
Domaine Lafran Veyrolles is widely recognised as one of the top three producers in the Bandol appellation, farming just 10 hectares of vines on the classic clay-limestone soils of the Cadière d'Azur hills. Run by Jean-Marie Castel, the estate works to organic principles, keeps yields extremely low, and upholds the traditional winemaking style that has made Lafran Veyrolles a benchmark name in Provence. Why You'll Love It This is Bandol Rosé at its finest pale salmon, beautifully balanced, and utterly satisfying. Unlike many Provence rosés that prioritise colour over character, Lafran Veyrolles leads with Mourvèdre , the noble grape of Bandol, delivering a wine of real depth and elegance. Floral on the nose, warm and rounded on the palate, with a long, refined finish that sets it apart from the crowd. Arguably one of the finest French rosé wines available at any price. Vineyard & Production The vineyards nestle in the protected hills of the Cadière d'Azur, benefiting from a maritime climate that tempers the Provençal heat. Traditional manual vineyard work is maintained alongside organic methods of weed and pest control. Mourvèdre is harvested towards the end of September later than most varieties to achieve full phenolic ripeness. Modern, temperature-controlled winery facilities preserve the freshness and traditional character of the estate. Tasting Notes A beautiful pale salmon colour introduces an almost floral nose of delicate red fruit and subtle spice. The palate is warm, rounded, and generously fruited, with lovely texture and a long, elegant finish. Subtle, beautifully balanced, and deeply satisfying. Perfect Pairings A superb food rosé, perfect with grilled sea bass, bouillabaisse, Provençal fish stew, roasted chicken with herbs, charcuterie, soft cheeses, ratatouille, or a classic niçoise salad. Also excellent as an aperitif on a warm summer evening. The Blend Mourvèdre 65%, Cinsault 15%, Grenache 10%
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