Domaine De Cristol Domaine de Cristol Côtes de Provence Rosé 2023

Domaine de Cristol Côtes de Provence Rosé is a pale salmon-coloured rosé from Provence, France, crafted from Grenache and Cinsault. This dry and vibrant wine delivers notes of fresh peach, delicate strawberry, and subtle citrus zest. Its refreshing character, crisp acidity, and soft mineral finish make it ideal for warm weather sipping and alfresco dining.

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Type: Rosé Wine
Style: Dry, Fresh
Grape Varietal: Grenache, Cinsault
Tastes Like: Peach, wild strawberry, citrus zest, subtle minerality
Alcohol Percentage: 12.5%
Closure: Screw Cap
Size: 750mL
Appellation: AOC Côtes de Provence
Region: Provence, France
Terroir: Limestone and clay soils with Mediterranean influence
Aging: Vinified and matured in stainless steel tanks
Serving Temperature: 8–10°C – Best served chilled

Domaine de Cristol is a boutique estate nestled in the heart of Provence, focused on producing elegant and refreshing rosé wines that express the Mediterranean lifestyle. With a commitment to traditional winemaking techniques and respect for the environment, the estate crafts wines that highlight the freshness and purity of the region's indigenous varietals like Grenache and Cinsault.

Seafood: Oysters with lemon vinaigrette or grilled calamari.
Poultry: Chicken niçoise salad or turkey sliders with cranberry relish.
Vegetarian: Caprese salad or vegetable skewers with olive oil.
Meat: Prosciutto and melon or pork cutlets with rosemary.

Fresh Goat's Cheese: Tangy and light, mirroring the wine's brightness.
Brie: Soft and creamy, pairing with the wine's delicate fruit.
Ricotta: Mild and fluffy, enhancing the rosé's fresh acidity.
Boursin: Herbed and savoury, complementing the wine's finesse.

Salade Niçoise (Niçoise Salad)

Ingredients:

• 200g green beans, trimmed
• 4 small potatoes, boiled and sliced
• 2 eggs, hard-boiled and halved
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 150g cherry tomatoes, halved
• 80g black olives
• 120g canned tuna, drained
• 4 anchovy fillets (optional)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Blanch green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes, then cool in ice water.
2. In a bowl, combine olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper for dressing.
3. Arrange potatoes, beans, eggs, onion, tomatoes, olives, tuna, and anchovies on a platter.
4. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently before serving.
5. Pair with a chilled glass of Domaine de Cristol Côtes de Provence Rosé for a classic Provençal experience.