{"title":"Chateau Grande Cassagne","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"chateau-grande-cassagne-costieres-de-nimes-rose","title":"Chateau Grande Cassagne Costieres de Nimes Rose","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau Grande Cassagne Costières de Nîmes Rosé\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dry, medium-bodied Southern Rhône rosé bottled at 13% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Produced by the Dardé brothers on rocky benchland near Avignon, this wine earned 86 points from \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e and stands out for its mineral-driven character rooted in the distinctive terroir of Costières-de-Nîmes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 13%  |  Origin: Costières-de-Nîmes, Rhône Valley, France  |  Style: Dry Rosé  |  Estate: Château Grande Cassagne\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLaurent and Benoît Dardé farm 80 acres of rocky benchland in the small village of Saint-Gilles, roughly 25 miles west of Avignon in the Costières-de-Nîmes appellation. The estate has increasingly adopted organic viticultural practices and is in the official conversion process for organic certification; notably, the Dardés maintain a polyculture property—integrating crops beyond vines—to foster a richer ecosystem for the vineyards. The rosé is built primarily on Grenache, with supporting roles from Mourvèdre, Carignan, or Syrah depending on vintage, all grown on the galets roulés (rolled pebble) soils that define this corner of the Southern Rhône.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh strawberry leads the nose, followed by ripe cherry, wild underbrush, and a distinctive chalk-dust minerality. The aromatic profile is lifted and inviting without heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is tangy and fruit-forward, with strawberry and blood orange flavors meeting mid-palate spice. A satin-like texture carries well-balanced red and black fruit notes across a round, succulent palate. The wine remains dry throughout, with a saline edge that keeps each sip focused.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium in length, the finish is lip-smacking and juicy, with lingering fruit and a mouthwatering mineral signature. A subtle tartness refreshes the palate and invites the next sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Grande Cassagne Rosé\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe well chilled at 45–50°F to let the mineral backbone and fruit aromatics shine. This rosé is a natural choice straight from the bottle on warm afternoons, but it also holds its own in cocktails. A \u003cstrong\u003eFrosé\u003c\/strong\u003e benefits from the wine's tangy strawberry intensity. In a \u003cstrong\u003eFrench 75 Rosé\u003c\/strong\u003e variation, the chalk-dust minerality adds a savory counterpoint to the citrus and sparkling wine. A simple \u003cstrong\u003eRosé Spritz\u003c\/strong\u003e with elderflower liqueur and soda water highlights the blood orange and spice notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer entertaining alongside Mediterranean-style appetizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing friends to serious Southern Rhône rosé beyond Provence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeeknight dinners when you want a food-friendly, dry pink wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to a wine lover interested in organic and sustainable winemaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Grande Cassagne Rosé taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a dry, medium-bodied rosé dominated by fresh strawberry and tangy blood orange, with underlying mineral and spice notes and a juicy, fruit-filled finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Grande Cassagne Rosé compare to Château de Nages Rosé?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are benchmark Costières-de-Nîmes rosés grown on similar rolled-pebble soils, but Grande Cassagne tends toward a more pronounced mineral salinity and tangy fruit profile, while Château de Nages often leans slightly rounder and more floral depending on vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Grande Cassagne Rosé good for sipping on its own?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely—its balanced acidity, satin texture, and dry finish make it a satisfying stand-alone sipper, especially when served well chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Grande Cassagne Rosé made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced at the Château Grande Cassagne estate in Saint-Gilles, a village in the Costières-de-Nîmes appellation of the Southern Rhône Valley, about 25 miles west of Avignon in southeastern France.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Grande Cassagne Rosé?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled shrimp or prawns complement the wine's tangy salinity. Tapenade and crudités echo its Provençal character. Roasted red pepper hummus mirrors the blood orange fruit. Charcuterie with dried sausage and mild sheep's-milk cheese works with the wine's round mid-palate. Pan-seared salmon benefits from the rosé's acidity and mineral backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Grande Cassagne Rosé come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard release is a 750ml bottle, which is the most widely available format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Grande Cassagne Rosé worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as an entry-to-mid-level Southern Rhône rosé, delivering organic farming practices, appellation-specific minerality, and critical recognition that punch above its price tier relative to many mass-market Provence rosés.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Grande Cassagne Rosé?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCostières-de-Nîmes remains one of the Rhône Valley's most undervalued appellations, and Grande Cassagne is a clear example of why the region deserves more attention. The Dardé brothers' commitment to organic viticulture and polyculture biodiversity gives the wine a terroir transparency that many larger-production rosés lack. With its galets roulés soils imparting a signature saline minerality and its Grenache-dominant blend delivering ripe but structured fruit, this rosé consistently over-delivers. The 86-point nod from \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e confirms what the glass already communicates: this is thoughtful, site-specific winemaking at an accessible level.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Grande Cassagne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44836904894633,"sku":"22934","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/chateau_grande_cassagne_rose__59933.jpg?v=1730474422"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/chateau-grande-cassagne.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}