Cote des Roses Chardonnay
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2024
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Excellent alongside grilled sea bass, roasted chicken with herbs, and fresh shellfish like scallops or oysters.
✨ Technical Specifications
Gérard Bertrand's Côte des Roses Chardonnay is a beautiful tribute to the Mediterranean lifestyle and the diverse terroirs of the Languedoc. The wine is famously presented in an iconic bottle with a base sculpted in the shape of a rose, designed by a young artist from the École Boulle. Sourced from the clay and limestone soils of the IGP Pays d'Oc, the Chardonnay grapes benefit from a warm, sun-drenched climate tempered by cooling maritime breezes from the Mediterranean Sea. To craft a wine of both freshness and texture, Bertrand utilizes a combination of stainless steel tank fermentation to preserve bright citrus and floral aromas, along with partial oak barrel aging to introduce subtle notes of vanilla and a round, elegant mouthfeel. This cuvée reflects the winemaker's deep commitment to showcasing the natural beauty and rich heritage of Southern French winemaking.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1992 by former French international rugby player Gérard Bertrand following the legacy of his father Georges at Domaine de Villemajou, the estate has emerged as an undisputed pioneer of fine wine in the Languedoc. Headquartered at the coastal Château l'Hospitalet within the limestone massif of La Clape, Bertrand orchestrates over 900 hectares of vineyard land across premium terroirs spanning Corbières, Minervois-La-Livinière, Terrasses du Larzac, and Limoux. The enterprise represents the world’s largest producer of Demeter-certified biodynamic wines, guided by regenerative viticulture, lunar cycles, and chemical-free soil stewardship. Cellar craftsmanship combines precise temperature control, indigenous ferments, and tailored French oak maturation to articulate South of France typicity. Benchmark releases range from iconic single-vineyard crus such as Clos d'Ora, Clos du Temple, and Cigalus to vibrant, terroir-driven white and red bottlings, alongside celebrated Mediterranean cuvées like Côte des Roses.