92 points Vinous
The 2025 Rose is finessed, with a delicate array of spring flowers, lime zest and hints of green apple on the nose. The palate opens with a pretty inner sweetness, mixing melon and nuances of navel orange over a stream of tantalizing acidity. It tapers off fresh yet long, leaving perfumed inner florals and a subtle sour citrus tinge.
This is the best bargain rose we have this year! Delicate and pretty with lively fresh fruit notes that will have you thirsting for more. The wineries vineyards are on an island in the middle of the Rhone river, how cool is that? The main varieties are Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Carmenere, and Arinarnoa (a cross between Merlot and Petit Verdot). The rosé harvest undergoes a short skin maceration with complete control of process timing, producing a rose exclusively from free-run juice.
“Founded in 1927, Domaine Isle Saint Pierre is located on a small island in the Rhone River. It is run today by fourth generation vigneron Julien Henry.
The proximity to the water provides a cooling influence that allows the wines to retain great freshness even in the far south of France, and deep well-draining sedimentary soils comprised of sand and silt.
Because of the terroir and temperature, they are able to grow varietals that thrive in a Continental climate, such as Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay and Sauvignon.
In 2018, the estate received the Vignerons Developpement Durable certification in recognition of their commitment to sustainable winegrowing.
Although the Isle Saint Pierre wines come from the very southern stretches of France, they display wonderful freshness and aromatic appeal. At harvest, as soon as the grapes enter the cellar, they are cooled to a temperature below 16C.
Domaine Isle Saint Pierre is our answer to lively, easy-drinking “bistro-style” wines that are perfect for everyday drinking!” – Importer
PRODUCT DETAILS
- SKUW19980
- TypeRose Wine
- Sub-TypeRed Blend
- CountryFrance
- RegionProvence
- Size750mL
- Vintage2025
RATINGS & AWARDS
- V92
