Domaine La Suffrene Bandol Rosé 2024 from Provence’s clay‑limestone terraces is a beautifully poised, pale salmon Bandol, blending mostly Mourvèdre with Grenache, Cinsault and Carignan in an elegant, sun‑soaked style that still drinks refreshingly dry and precise. The nose is fine and discreet – grapefruit, citrus zest, fennel, anise and a touch of “English candy” over red berry hints – leading to a complex, balanced palate with spice, citrus, soft tannins and a gently bitter, saline twist on the finish.

For the table, this Domaine La Suffrene Bandol Rosé 2024 is a natural with prawns, grilled fish, bouillabaisse or fish soup, vegetable tian, pissaladière or a simple niçoise, where its structure and savoury spice really shine. It also pairs beautifully with Mediterranean salads, charcuterie and even fresh fruit salad, making it a seriously versatile option for long, alfresco lunches.

Certified organic and hand‑harvested, the 2024 Bandol Rosé is pressed gently, fermented cool in stainless steel, kept on fine lees and bottled with blocked malolactic fermentation to lock in freshness, giving a modern, aromatic Bandol that drinks beautifully now and will cruise comfortably for three or four years.