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Rose dry
A Provençal rosé wine in which the local 'Tibouren' grape takes centre stage. Made from 90% 'Tibouren' and 10% 'Grenache', the wine comes from organically farmed vines over 30 years old. Clos Cibonne is one of only 18 Côtes de Provence Cru Classé estates, with its vineyards located in Le Pradet, at the foot of the Maures Mountains, close to the Mediterranean Sea.
This is a structured, complex and gastronomic rosé, showing notes of wild herbs, dried citrus, redcurrants, spices and a hint of sea breeze. On the palate, it is rich and textured, while retaining bright acidity and freshness. The long, dry, subtly saline finish adds further depth.
The grapes are hand-harvested in the early morning, gently pressed and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks using indigenous yeasts. After fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in more than 100-year-old oak foudres, under a thin layer of yeast (sous-voile). This rare ageing method gives the wine texture, complexity and pronounced salinity.
Serve at 10–12 °C; the wine pairs beautifully with herb-butter roasted sea bass, chicken thighs with olives and rosemary, or aged goat 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.
