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"This blush pink colored Grenache based blend opens with scents of succulent fresh field strawberries and red rose petals. The floral character carries over to the softly textured yet clean and precise palate. A blend of 80% Grenache, 10% Carignan and 10% Cinsault. - Don WINKLER"

- International Wine Review (Kysela Père et Fils Importer: 30 Years Importing High Quality, High Value Wines ; July 26th 2024), 91 pts

"Pretty red fruits (framboise, strawberries) and floral notes all emerge from the 2023 Corbières Vin-Gris Rosé, a juicy, medium-bodied, easygoing, yet impeccably made and delicious rosé to drink over the coming summer months. The blend is 65% Grenache, 15% Carignan, and the rest Cinsault and Syrah that was hand harvested and brought up in tank.

- Jeb Dunnuck (Importer Highlight: Fran Kysela ; July 2024), 89 pts

"Medium copper tinged pink. Dried herbs and the skin of red cherries on the nose. The attack is quite intense showing red cherry and cranberry and there’s excellent depth of flavor with a light herbal accent adding interest. Has enough depth of flavor to pair well with grilled ribs or other grilled meats. A blend of 80% Grenache, 10% Carignan, and 10% Cinsault."

 - i-winereview (Rosés From Around the World: 2021 Annual Report), 90 pts

"This rosé opens with aromas of lightly spiced cherry, plum and strawberry top. It's a little light-plus in weight thanks to ripe fruit tones and soft acidity, all in balance and harmonized. The finish is clean, with a bit of length to a cherry-skin flavor. - LAUREN BUZZEO"

 - Wine Enthusiast (November 2021), 89 pts

"From early indications, 2020 was a very good year for French rosé. This fine example from Castelmaure zings with fresh acidity and bright fruit flavors, accented by a whiff of wild herbs. It’s a recent arrival to the market, so we should see increasing availability in coming weeks."

- Washington Post (March 26th 2021), *** (Extraordinary)

"Light pink-hued, the 2019 Vin Gris Rose from the Corbières has a juicy, fruity bouquet of ripe strawberries, violets, and white peach to go with a clean, balanced, deliciously gulpable style on the palate. It’s well done and I suspect a good value."
- Jeb Dunnuck (March 2020), 90 pts

"Pink blush. Perfume of orange blossoms, rose petals and raspberries. An easy drinking, nicely balanced wine. Softly textured, it’s a great sipping wine. Add some seltzer water and a twist of lemon to make a pleasing spritzer. 80% Grenache, 10% Carignan, and 10% Cinsault. - Don Winkler"

- i-winereview.com (2019 Vintage Rosés from Around the World, June 2020), 89 pts

"Light orange. Crisp with an attractive bouquet of spicy red fruit. Lively and smooth on the palate with flavors of ripe strawberry and cherry, finishing long and dry. A lovely fresh rosé of outstanding value. 80% Grenache, 10% Carignan, and 10% Cinsault. - Don Winkler"
- i-winereview.com (The Many Styles of French Rosé: The 2018 Vintage, June 23rd 2019), 90 pts"

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"Silvery pink color. Aromas of underripe cherries and lilac with a silky, crisp, dry-yet-fruity light body and a peppery, easy cucumber relish, ripe apricot, and white pepper finish with no oak flavor. A charming rose from Corbieres that is a pleasure to drink."
- Tastings, 2019 World Wine Championships, 88 pts, SILVER MEDAL , "Higly Recommended", BEST BUY

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"Pink rose petal. Spicy red berries show on a zesty bouquet. Smooth on the palate with layered flavors of ripe strawberry, cherry skin, and flowers, finishing long. A very fresh and rich rosé that's outstanding value. 80% Grenache, 10% Carignan, and 10% Cinsault."
- i-winereview.com (The World of Rose Report, June 2018), 89 pts

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A blend of 80% Grenache and 10% each of Cinsault and Carignan, the 2017 Corbières Vin-Gris Rosé offers classic notes of dried strawberries, spice, and orange blossom as well as a medium-bodied, balanced, thoroughly enjoyable style on the palate. It has good acidity but is a richer, classic Corbières styled rosé. Drink it over the coming summer months."
- Jeb Dunnuck (March 2019), 88 pts

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"The vibrant pink colored 2016 Vin Gris Rosé comes from the Corbières region of France, which is in the western part of the Languedoc. It’s impeccably made and offers clean, classy notes of ripe cherries, framboise and flowers in a medium-bodied, nicely textured, yet also fresh package. It’s a joy to drink.- Jeb Dunnuck"

- Jeb Dunnuck (2017 Rosé Round Up, September 4th 2017), 89 pts

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"Pale orange. Raspberry, tangerine and a floral nuance on the fragrant nose and in the mouth. Shows good depth and energy, with no rough edges. Silky and open-knit, displaying a hint of warmth on a smooth, red-fruit-driven finish. - Josh Raynolds"
- Antonio Galloni's Vinous (August 2017), 88 pts

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"This Grenache-dominant rosé, with 10% Carignan and 10% Cinsault, opens with delicate notes of just-ripe peach, white flowers and garrigue herbs. Lightweight and dainty, the clean, bright palate offers similarly subtle flavors of peach and melon. It's balanced and refreshing, and best enjoyed now. - Lauren Buzzeo"
- Wine Enthusiast (September 2017), 88 pts - BEST BUY

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"Pale pink. Showing minerals and light red berry and herbal aromas, this Vin-Gris offers more of the same on a very dry palate with brisk acidity and light red berry flavors that linger."
- i-winereview.com (July 2016), 89 pts

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"An exotic Rose that offers lots of white peach, strawberry and rose petal-like aromas and flavors, the 2015 Corbieres Vin-Gris Rose is medium-bodied, elegant and lively on the palate, with a great texture. It has character and will drink nicely over the coming summer months. - Jeb Dunnuck"
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (May 2016), 88 pts

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"Light pink in color, the 2014 Corbieres Vin-Gris Rose has lots of framboise and cherry notes to go with a medium-bodied, juicy, deliciously quaffable style on the palate. A little bit simple, it's nevertheless well-made and enjoyable. Drink it over the coming couple of months. - Jeb Dunnuck"
- Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate (June 2015), 87 pts

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"(made from 80% grenache, 10% carignan and 10% cinsault): Pale orange. Vibrant citrus zest, red berry and floral aromas show good clarity and pick up a floral nuance with air. Fresh strawberry and bitter rhubarb flavors put on weight with air while maintaining vivacity and focus. Tangy acidity gives lift and cut to the finish, which leaves a refreshingly bitter berry skin note behind. - Josh Raynolds"
- Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (June 2014), 89 pts

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