Domaine La Suffrene Bandol Rosé 1.5L MAGNUM 2022

Domaine La Suffrene Bandol Rosé 1.5L MAGNUM is a refined and structured rosé from Bandol, Provence, France, made from Mourvèdre, Cinsault, and Grenache. This larger format highlights the wine's elegant balance of red berries, citrus zest, and wild herbs. Fresh, dry, and savoury, it offers a creamy texture with a mineral finish, perfect for entertaining or extended cellaring.

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Type: Rosé Wine
Style: Dry, Elegant
Grape Varietal: Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Grenache
Tastes Like: Wild strawberries, pink grapefruit, Mediterranean herbs, saline minerality
Alcohol Percentage: 13.5%
Closure: Cork
Size: 1.5L Magnum
Appellation: AOC Bandol
Region: Provence, France
Terroir: Clay-limestone soils on varied elevations
Aging: Short ageing in stainless steel for freshness
Serving Temperature: 10–12°C – Best served well chilled

Domaine La Suffrene is a multi-generational family estate located in the prestigious Bandol appellation of Provence. With 50 hectares of vines planted on a mix of limestone, clay, and sandy soils, the estate is deeply committed to expressing its terroir. The rosé is crafted using traditional methods, with Mourvèdre as the core varietal lending structure and depth, balanced by the freshness of Cinsault and Grenache. The magnum format enhances ageing potential and is ideal for shared meals and celebrations.

Seafood: Prawn skewers with garlic and lemon or grilled snapper.
Poultry: Herbed chicken salad or turkey with cranberry relish.
Vegetarian: Grilled zucchini and capsicum or heirloom tomato tart.
Meat: Charcuterie platter or pork loin with thyme and citrus glaze.

Manchego: Firm and nutty, complementing the wine's herbal lift.
Feta: Briny and tangy, matching the wine's freshness.
Banon: Soft Provençal goat cheese, echoing the wine's regional roots.
Ricotta Salata: Delicate and crumbly, ideal with the wine's saline edge.

Ratatouille (Provençal Vegetable Stew)

Ingredients:

• 1 eggplant, diced
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 red capsicum, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp herbes de Provence
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pan, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until soft.
2. Add eggplant, capsicum, and zucchini. Cook for 5–7 minutes until starting to soften.
3. Add tomatoes, herbes de Provence, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer for 30–35 minutes until vegetables are tender.
4. Adjust seasoning and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
5. Enjoy warm or at room temperature with Domaine La Suffrene Bandol Rosé 1.5L MAGNUM for a classic Provençal pairing.