Caves d'Esclans Rock Angel Rosé (75cl, 13.5%)

An oak-influenced Côtes de Provence rosé from Château d'Esclans, blended from Grenache and Rolle. It is partially fermented in 600-litre oak barrels, a technique used by fewer than 1% of rosé producers worldwide, and is composed of roughly 60% Grenache and 40% Rolle from estate vineyards. The wine is dry and bottled at 13.5% ABV in a 750ml bottle. On the nose there are red currants, candied raspberries, delicate floral hints, mild Mediterranean spice and a cool mineral undertone, with yellow and red stone fruit emerging with time. The palate is rich and immediate, with forest berries and racy acidity, while partial oak ageing gives a creamy, textural weight and flinty minerality adds complexity. The finish is long and silky, with lingering tangy red fruit and a graceful mineral edge.