Clos Cibonne Côtes de Provence Cuvée Prestige Olivier 2023 150cl

Presentation

The Clos Cibonne Côtes de Provence Cuvée Prestige Olivier 2023 150cl embodies the timeless elegance of a historic Provençal estate, offered here in a generous magnum format ideal for sharing. This cuvée stands at the crossroads of tradition and contemporary precision, delivering a refined, characterful rosé that reflects both the maritime influence of the Mediterranean and the singular personality of the Tibouren grape, Clos Cibonne’s emblematic variety.

In this 2023 vintage, the wine reveals a gastronomic profile: structured, nuanced and built for the table rather than simple aperitif sipping. The magnum format further enhances its ageing potential, allowing the wine to evolve slowly while preserving its freshness and aromatic complexity.

Origin and Winemaking

• Nestled close to Toulon, the estate benefits from a terroir of schistous and clay-limestone soils overlooking the Mediterranean. Constant sea breezes, strong sunlight and cool nights create a unique microclimate that promotes slow, balanced ripening and remarkable aromatic finesse.
• The grape composition is based predominantly on Tibouren, the historic varietal of Clos Cibonne, complemented by a proportion of other traditional Provençal grapes (such as Grenache or Cinsault) depending on the vintage. Tibouren brings a distinctive spicy, almost Mediterranean garrigue profile and a subtle tannic frame.
• Winemaking follows the local tradition of serious, age-worthy rosés: careful pressing, controlled fermentation to preserve delicacy, then ageing, typically partly in large oak foudres, which rounds the texture and adds gentle savoury nuances without dominating the fruit.

Tasting

• Appearance
  Pale yet intense salmon hue with copper highlights, bright and limpid, displaying a slightly deeper robe than classic poolside rosés, hinting at its gastronomic ambition.
• Nose
  Expressive and layered, opening on wild strawberries, blood orange and white peach, then moving towards notes of dried herbs, rose petals, citrus zest and a delicate hint of spice and saline breeze, reminiscent of the nearby sea.
• Palate
  The attack is precise and fresh, followed by a generous, silky mid-palate supported by a fine phenolic backbone. Flavours of red berries, stone fruit and pink grapefruit meld with thyme, aniseed and a light, iodised finish. The length is persistent, with a dry, savoury finale that invites another sip.

Food Pairings & Tasting Moments

• This cuvée shines with Mediterranean cuisine: grilled sea bass with herbs, marinated prawns, bouillabaisse, Niçoise-style vegetable tian, but also roast poultry, veal with sage or delicately spiced Asian dishes. Its structure allows it to accompany an entire meal, from starters to lighter cheeses.
• Ideal for convivial gatherings, summer dinners on the terrace, elegant picnics or refined lunches by the sea. The magnum of Clos Cibonne Côtes de Provence Cuvée Prestige Olivier 2023 150cl is perfect for large tables and festive occasions where sharing a great rosé becomes a central part of the experience.

Ageing Potential and Serving

• The minimum drinking window begins now and extends over the next 2 to 3 years, when the wine will fully express its freshness and aromatic vibrancy.
• Thanks to the estate’s traditional style and the magnum format, this rosé has a surprising ageing capacity, offering additional complexity over 4 to 6 years in the best storage conditions, gaining spicy, dried fruit and subtle honeyed notes while retaining its backbone.
• Serve at 10–12°C, slightly cooler for an aperitif, a bit less chilled for a gastronomic pairing to reveal texture and depth. Open the bottle a few minutes beforehand and pour into generous glasses to allow the bouquet of Clos Cibonne Côtes de Provence Cuvée Prestige Olivier 2023 150cl to fully unfold.