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Domaine of the Bee 'Bee Pink' 2022

IGP Côtes Catalanes

ROUSSILLON

Rosé

Light

12.5

Fruity and Floral

Grenache Noir, Grenache Gris and Syrah

Suitable for Vegans

We were delighted when Justin Howard-Sneyd MW – our wine selector and all-round wine jedi - first agreed to supply his highly-praised Bee Pink. Made with the help of Jean-Marc Lafage, one of France’s best rosé producers, this is made in the ‘Provence’ style using Grenache and Syrah grapes, and this 2022 vintage is another belter!

+What it tastes like
A very delicate pink colour with hints of raspberries and cranberry on the nose. Bone dry with mouthwatering freshness, and charming summer pudding flavours.
+What it goes with
Serve lightly chilled, this is delicious with a Salade Nicoise or a chicken salad – or just put a couple of ice cubes in and drink it with a straw!

ROUSSILLON

The Languedoc-Roussillon is a large vineyard-rich area which stretches from the eastern edge of the Rhone delta to the Spanish border at the Mediterranean end of the Pyrenees. The Roussillon is the section that lies along the Spanish border, and most of the vineyard area falls into the Pyrenees-Orientales – the southernmost ‘department’ of France. It is a rugged and beautiful area filled with old Cathar castles, wild herbs and wild boar! The locals are proud of their Catalan ties. This is both the hottest and driest part of France. It was historically famous for fortified wines and peach and apricot trees, but fell somewhat into decline towards the end of the 20th century.

Today, whilst much of the economy relies on tourism, it has become a very fashionable place to make wine, seeing winemakers from all over the world buying up old parcels of gnarly vines to make delicious and concentrated wines. Grenache is king here whether it's noir, gris or blanc grapes, but many other grapes are also grown with delicious results. It is a land of hearty cuisine so think rich stews and herby sausages cooked over logs.

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