92 points

James Suckling

2023 Olema Rosé

Rosé bottle

Rosé

Made in Côtes de Provence in the village of Vidauban in a true Provence Rosé style, the 2023 Olema Rosé opens with a nose filled with strawberries and cream, lychee, and white nectarine. On the palate, it evokes the essence of the Provençal countryside, heightened by a pronounced salinity and delicate rose undertones. The palate holds a textural, mineral-rich profile, gracefully incorporating lush ripe peaches and orange blossoms, and culminates in a well-rounded finish.

Vintage Notes

The 2023 vintage in Côtes de Provence began with a very dry start to the year, until the heavens opened in May with a downpour of rain that continued into June—during these two months there was double the amount of precipitation compared to a “normal” year. The summer was fairly dry, and temperatures rose as summer turned into fall, resulting in rosé that has nice weight and texture in addition to the classic rosé vibrancy and freshness.

Winemaking Notes

All grapes went direct to press with minimal skin contact leading to the pale copper-salmon color and smooth, viscous texture. The must was fermented cold, preserving the freshness of floral aromatics, and matured in stainless steel, giving vibrant fruit intensity and a long, crisp finish.

Vintage
2023
Varietal
Rosé
Appellation
Côtes de Provence, Village of Vidauban
Blend
50% Grenache, 20% Cinsault, 10% Syrah, 10% Carignan, 10% Mourvèdre
Alcohol
13% abv

Olema Rosé Ratings

92

James Suckling

Very floral and pretty with the typical peach and orange peel aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied, crisp and clean with a brightness and dryness at the end. Fun hints of cotton candy.

2023 Olema Rosé

92

James Suckling

A minerally and flinty rosé with sliced lemons and ripe peaches with a stony undertone. Medium body. Crisp and clean. One of the best bottlings of this. 50% grenache, 20% cinsault, 10% carignan and 5% mourvedre. Drink now.

2022 Olema Rosé

92

James Suckling

Some cherry, crushed stone and slate aromas with hints of roses and white pepper follow through to a medium body. Creamy structure with phenolics and framing. Real rosé. Mostly grenache with some cinsault, syrah and carignan. Drink now.

2021 Olema Rosé


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