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Rose dry
This is a historic and authentic expression of Provençal rosé, combining tradition, maritime freshness, and exceptional longevity. The wine is crafted from the estate’s oldest ‘Tibouren’ vines, which bring remarkable concentration, structure, and elegance.
The aroma reveals layers of dried peach, orange peel, wild herbs, honey, and subtle notes of smoke and nuts. The scent carries a delicate oxidative nuance reminiscent of fine white Burgundy or dry Sherry, yet retains a fresh, maritime character – the signature style of Clos Cibonne.
On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied, with a creamy yet firm texture, precise acidity, and a subtly saline minerality. Flavors of dried fruit, nuts, herbs, and gentle spices unfold into a long, softly maritime, almost briny finish. This rosé stands out for its depth, age-worthiness, and structure – closer in character to a fine white Grand Cru than a conventional Provençal rosé.
The grapes are grown near Toulon, on south-facing slopes overlooking the Mediterranean, where the mix of clay-limestone soils and coastal breezes creates an ideal balance between ripeness and freshness.
Made almost entirely from old-vine ‘Tibouren’, the wine is fermented in stainless steel before being aged in century-old oak foudres sous voile – beneath a natural veil of yeast. This traditional aging method gives the wine its distinctive Clos Cibonne character – oxidative elegance, depth, and unmistakable authenticity.
Serve at 10–12 °C, with seafood, grilled tuna or sea bream, or mature goat's cheese.
Clos Cibonne is a historic Côtes de Provence Cru Classé estate located in Le Pradet, near Toulon. The domaine is distinguished by its commitment to preserving the rare Provençal grape variety Tibouren, which has become the cornerstone of its identity. Unlike most contemporary Provence rosé producers, Clos Cibonne focuses on structured, age-worthy rosé wines where terroir, texture, and gastronomic versatility are as important as freshness.
The estate's history dates back to the 18th century and is closely linked to Jean-Baptiste de Cibon, a captain in the French Royal Navy. Following the French Revolution, the property came into the hands of the Roux family, who played a key role in preserving and promoting the Tibouren grape. In the early 20th century, André Roux made the strategic decision to focus on this historic Provençal variety, a commitment that contributed to the estate being awarded Cru Classé status in 1955.
Today, Clos Cibonne continues the family's legacy while farming its vineyards according to organic principles. Particular attention is given to soil health, the preservation of old vines, and expressing the authentic character of the estate's terroir.
The hallmark of the estate is Tibouren, a rare Provençal grape variety that gives the wines their distinctive aromatic profile and structural depth.
Clos Cibonne rosés are aged in large oak foudres, while some cuvées spend an extended period under a natural yeast veil (voile). This traditional method adds texture, subtle oxidative complexity, and exceptional ageing potential.
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The Clos Cibonne vineyards are located near the Mediterranean Sea on the slopes of the Colle Noire massif. The terroir is defined by a combination of clay, limestone, schist, and other geological formations, while the maritime climate helps preserve freshness, natural acidity, and aromatic precision.
Old Tibouren vines provide additional concentration and complexity, making this variety the defining feature that distinguishes Clos Cibonne from other Provence producers.
Clos Cibonne wines are crafted for evolution rather than immediate consumption. Thanks to ageing in large foudres and the natural structure provided by Tibouren, the finest cuvées can develop for more than a decade, gradually revealing notes of nuts, dried fruit, spice, and a richer, creamier texture.
