Gris Blanc Rose
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Typically best enjoyed young and fresh, within 1 to 2 years of the vintage release.
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Grilled shellfish, fresh Mediterranean salads, and light sushi or sashimi.
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Gérard Bertrand's Gris Blanc is a celebration of the unique 'gris' style of rosé from the sun-drenched Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. Crafted primarily from Grenache Gris and Grenache Noir, this wine pays homage to the ancient winemaking traditions of the Mediterranean coast, where pale, refreshing wines have been enjoyed for centuries. The grapes are sourced from select vineyards nestled between the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean Sea, benefitting from a warm climate tempered by cooling sea breezes. To achieve its signature crystalline, ultra-pale pink hue and vibrant profile, Bertrand employs immediate, gentle direct pressing and temperature-controlled fermentation, followed by brief aging on fine lees. This technique coaxes out delicate aromas of white stone fruit, red berries, and a distinct mineral salinity that reflects the maritime terroir.
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Established in 1992 by former professional rugby player G rard Bertrand, this iconic estate has its roots in Domaine de Villemajou, which Bertrand inherited from his father Georges in 1987. Headquartered at the historic Ch teau l'Hospitalet in Narbonne, France, the producer is globally recognized as a pioneer and leader in biodynamic viticulture, farming all of its estates according to Demeter standards. G rard Bertrand is dedicated to showcasing the diverse terroirs of Languedoc-Roussillon, crafting exceptional red, white, and ros wines that range from the accessible R serve Sp ciale varietals to prestigious single-vineyard expressions like Cigalus, Clos d'Ora, and Clos du Temple.