Maison Boutinot, 'Céliane' Côtes De Thau Rosé, 2025, Côtes De Thau (IGP)

'One-Liner'
A pale, dry southern French rosé with redcurrant fruit, a little texture and a lovely fresh finish.

Tasting Note
Pale pink in the glass. The nose leans into redcurrant and raspberry, with a light citrusy lift. On the palate it feels dry, bright and gently textural rather than overly simple, with juicy red-berry fruit and a clean, refreshing finish. Easy to like, but with enough shape to work properly at the table.

Country: France
Region: Languedoc-Roussillon
Sub-Region: Côtes De Thau IGP
Grape(s): 70% Grenache, 30% Cinsault
ABV: 12.5% 
Friendly: Vegan, Vegetarian

Awards & Critics' Scores
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The Story
Céliane comes from vineyards near Lake Thau, where the water helps moderate the Mediterranean heat and preserve freshness in the fruit. The wine is a classic rosé de presse, made with soft pressing and cool fermentation, and that all fits the style in the glass – pale, dry, characterful and refreshing, with a bit more texture than a very simple poolside rosé.

Perfect With... (click me for the recipe)
- Fish/meat: Lightly seared scallops with lemon and herbs

- Vegetarian: Courgette and goat’s cheese tart with a lemon-dressed salad

- Vegan: Provençal stuffed tomatoes with herbed rice