Domaine de Pellehaut Rose

Domaine de Pellehaut Rosé is a multi-grape saignée rosé from IGP Côtes de Gascogne, France, bottled at 11.5% ABV in a 750ml format. This consistently decorated wine earned a Gold Medal at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (2019 vintage) and an 87-point rating from Wine Enthusiast's Roger Voss, affirming its standing as one of southwest France's more compelling rosé values.

Quick Facts: ABV: 11.5%  |  Origin: Gascony, France (IGP Côtes de Gascogne)  |  Style: Dry Rosé  |  Winery: Domaine de Pellehaut

Production & Heritage

Domaine de Pellehaut is managed by brothers Martin and Mathieu Béraut in the heart of Gascony, a region better known for Armagnac but increasingly recognized for its aromatic, terroir-driven still wines. The rosé is produced using the saignée method — grapes undergo a brief maceration period before the lightly colored juice is bled off the skins, yielding a delicate pink hue while simultaneously concentrating the remaining red wine. Fermentation takes place at low temperatures between 15 and 17°C using indigenous yeasts, followed by lees aging, all without oak contact. The blend is remarkably complex for a rosé: 25% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Tannat, 10% Malbec, 10% Pinot Noir, 8% Syrah, and 7% Manseng Noir — the last being a rare indigenous Gascon variety that adds regional fingerprint to the wine.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with vivid raspberry and jammy strawberry before revealing layers of cranberry, violet, and rose petal. A subtle rhubarb and fresh mint character adds lift and herbal intrigue.

Taste: The entry is bright with redcurrant and raspberry, giving way to a mid-palate of white peach and passion fruit. Bergamot and gentle floral touches emerge as the wine broadens, supported by a zesty, concentrated texture that keeps the fruit from turning simple.

Finish: Medium in length with a crisp, tangy close marked by lingering bergamot and a faint poppy-seed dryness. The unoaked profile ensures a clean exit with no residual weight.

How to Drink Pellehaut Rosé

Serve well chilled at around 8–10°C; this rosé rewards a generous pour into a wide-bowled glass that lets its aromatic complexity unfold. Its fruit intensity and tangy structure also make it a versatile cocktail base. A Frosé benefits from the wine's natural concentration and berry depth. In a French Spring Punch, the bergamot and floral notes complement elderflower liqueur and fresh citrus. A simple Rosé Spritz with sparkling water and a grapefruit twist highlights the wine's crisp acidity without masking its character.

Best For

• Warm-weather entertaining and outdoor dinner parties
• Introducing adventurous wine drinkers to Gascon rosé beyond Provence
• Pairing with a Mediterranean or southwest French charcuterie spread
• A food-friendly house rosé during spring and summer months

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Pellehaut Rosé taste like? It delivers bright raspberry and redcurrant fruit layered with white peach, passion fruit, and a distinctive bergamot note, finishing crisp and dry with floral undertones.

How does Pellehaut Rosé compare to typical Provence rosé? While Provence rosés tend toward pale, mineral-driven restraint, Pellehaut Rosé draws on seven grape varieties — including the indigenous Manseng Noir and the bold Tannat — to produce a more fruit-forward, aromatically expressive style at a comparable or lower price point.

Is Pellehaut Rosé good for beginners? Its approachable 11.5% ABV, vibrant fruit character, and clean dry finish make it an excellent entry point for anyone exploring rosé wine, while the seven-grape complexity keeps experienced palates engaged.

Where is Pellehaut Rosé made? Domaine de Pellehaut is located in Gascony in southwest France, within the IGP Côtes de Gascogne appellation, a region historically associated with Armagnac production but now acclaimed for its value-driven still wines.

What foods pair well with Pellehaut Rosé? Grilled shrimp or prawns benefit from the wine's citrus-tinged acidity. Duck rillettes echo the Gascon terroir. Niçoise salad mirrors its bright, tangy profile. Soft goat cheese highlights the floral aromatics. Berry-topped tarts complement the wine's fruit core without overwhelming its delicacy.

What sizes does Pellehaut Rosé come in? Domaine de Pellehaut Rosé is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle format.

Is Pellehaut Rosé worth the price? Positioned firmly in the everyday-value tier, this rosé consistently punches above its weight — a Gold Medal at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles and an 87-point Wine Enthusiast score are uncommon achievements at this price level, making it a strong return on investment for a daily-drinking rosé.

Why Pellehaut Rosé?

The wine's defining trait is its seven-grape saignée blend, an unusual level of complexity for a rosé at any price. The inclusion of Tannat and Manseng Noir — two grapes deeply rooted in southwest France — gives it a regional identity that no Provence or Languedoc rosé can replicate. Low-temperature fermentation with indigenous yeasts preserves the aromatic detail that earned it multiple international gold medals and critical recognition from Wine Enthusiast. For drinkers looking beyond the Provence mainstream, Pellehaut Rosé represents Gascony's distinctive answer to the category.