Clos du Temple
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2025
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled lobster with garlic butter, roasted poultry such as capon or guinea fowl, and delicate truffle-infused Mediterranean dishes.
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted in the historic terroir of Cabrières in the Languedoc, Gerard Bertrand's Clos du Temple is celebrated as a pinnacle of grand cru rosé. The region's winemaking legacy dates back to Roman times, and its wines were famously favored at the court of King Louis XIV, earning them a royal reputation. This exceptional cuvée is born from a unique terroir of schist and limestone, farmed strictly according to biodynamic principles. The blend typically features Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, complemented by a touch of Viognier. Harvested by hand at the break of dawn to preserve ultimate freshness, the juice undergoes a meticulous vinification process, including fermentation and aging in new French oak barrels. This results in a rosé of unparalleled complexity, showing delicate notes of red fruit, white flowers, mild spices, and a profound mineral tension.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded by former international rugby player Gérard Bertrand in 1992, the Gérard Bertrand estate has grown from its family roots at Domaine de Villemajou into a global benchmark for the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. Headquartered at Château l'Hospitalet within the coastal La Clape appellation, the producer champions biodynamic viticulture across hundreds of hectares of premium vineyard estates. With an unwavering commitment to biodiversity, terroir expression, and sustainability, Bertrand crafts an expansive portfolio spanning still, sparkling, and fortified wines. The estate is globally celebrated for ambitious cuvées such as Cigalus, Clos d'Ora, and Château l'Hospitalet, as well as pristine dry rosés, expressive varietal bottlings, and historic Vins Doux Naturels.