Rose dry
Domaine Les Clos de Paulilles “Collioure Rosé 2025” is a rosé wine with a southern character, a gastronomic, structured and terroir-rich example of the Collioure style. The wine is born on steep slopes above the sea, therefore it retains both fruity ripeness and a subtle sense of saltiness.
The aromas are dominated by notes of red currant, raspberry, strawberry and pink grapefruit, complemented by Mediterranean herbs, fennel and a light marine mineral background.
The wine is lively and textural. ‘Syrah’ provides fruitiness and a touch of spice, ‘Grenache Noir’ – roundness, and ‘Mourvèdre’ and ‘Carignan’ bring structure and mineral character. The aftertaste retains citrus freshness, subtle saltiness and a very characteristic Collioure slate sensation.
The wine is produced in the Collioure AOC appellation, one of the southernmost wine regions of France. Here, the vineyards are planted on brown slate terraces, constantly exposed to strong sea winds. These conditions allow the acidity and freshness to be maintained even in very sunny climates, which is why Collioure rosé often has more character and gastronomic appeal than many of the lighter Provençal-style rosés.
The 2025 blend is made from Syrah, Grenache Noir, Mourvèdre and Carignan grapes. The berries are hand-picked early in the morning, fermented in stainless steel tanks, and the wine is briefly aged on its lees to maintain freshness and develop a smoother texture.
Recommended serving temperature: 10-12°C. The wine pairs best with Mediterranean cuisine, which has a hint of smoke, olive oil, herbs and sea saltiness. It is not a very light Provençal-style rosé, so it also works well with richer, grilled or spicy dishes.
grilled octopus with lemon and paprika
tuna tataki or lightly seared tuna
shrimp or squid tapas
seafood paella
grilled salmon
ratatouille or roasted vegetable tart
cured ham, chorizo or tapas-style appetizers
goat or sheep's milk cheeses
Domaine Les Clos de Paulilles is one of the most characteristic and visually impressive wineries in the south of France, located between the Collioure AOC and Banyuls appellations, right on the Mediterranean coast. The winery is located around the Paulilles Bay, a wild, slate-clad area between the mountains and the sea, where the vines seem to hang over the water.
The history of the farm dates back to the early 19th century, when the Bernardi family founded the farm. Les Clos de Paulilles has become one of the most important names in the Roussillon region, renowned for its innovative approach to Banyuls and Collioure wines. It was this winery that was the first to produce and commercially introduce Banyuls “Rimage” style wines in 1975 – richer, fruitier, naturally sweet wines aged in a reductive environment. In 1989, the farm was also one of the first in the Collioure region to start using a higher proportion of ‘Mourvèdre’ and ‘Syrah’ in its blends, aiming to better express the local terroir.
In 2012, the winery was acquired by Maison Cazes, one of the most well-known names in biodynamic winemaking in the south of France. After this stage, even more active investments were made in organic winemaking, vineyard care and terroir expression. Today, a large part of the vineyards are certified as organic, and the entire farm is oriented towards sustainable farming and minimal intervention in the cellar.
Les Clos de Paulilles vineyards stretch on steep slate terraces, which are constantly exposed to strong sea winds and intense Mediterranean sun. This terroir gives the wines concentration, minerality and a characteristic salty character. The varieties typical of the south of France are mainly grown here – ‘Grenache Noir’, ‘Grenache Blanc’, ‘Grenache Gris’, ‘Mourvèdre’ and ‘Syrah’.
The winery’s style is based not on heavy extraction, but on a balance between sunny southern ripeness and maritime freshness. Both Collioure and Banyuls wines have a shale minerality, Mediterranean herbaceous aromas, ripe fruit concentration and expressive texture. These are wines that speak very clearly of the Côte Vermeille coast – the wild, hot and salty side of Roussillon.
