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Rose dry
Rosé Wine – 90% Tibouren, 10% Grenache
Clos Cibonne Cuvée Spéciale des Vignettes is an exceptional rosé that embodies the timeless spirit of Provence and the mastery of one of its most historic estates. Made from the estate’s oldest ‘Tibouren’ vines — more than sixty years old — it captures remarkable depth, salinity, and structure rarely found in rosé.
The nose is complex and refined, revealing notes of candied citrus peel, sun-dried apricot, herbs of the garrigue, sea spray, and gentle spice. On the palate, the wine is layered and textural, combining savory minerality, subtle oxidative nuances, and an elegant, lingering finish that reflects its maritime terroir.
Clos Cibonne ranks among the only eighteen Cru Classé estates in Provence. Its vineyards lie between the Maures mountains and the Mediterranean Sea, benefitting from clay-limestone soils and steady sea breezes that preserve natural freshness. The estate’s signature grape, Tibouren, lends the wine its distinctive aromatic character and age-worthy complexity.
Grapes are hand-harvested at dawn to maintain purity and balance. Fermentation takes place with native yeasts in stainless steel tanks, followed by twelve months of aging sous voile — beneath a thin veil of yeast — in century-old oak foudres, giving the wine its unique texture and depth.
Serve at 10–12 °C. This refined rosé complements tuna tartare with sesame oil, roasted duck with dried fruit, or mature Comté cheese.
Nestled in a hilly landscape between the sea and the mountains, Clos Cibonne stands out for its authentic rosé winemaking philosophy. Although located within the well-known Côtes de Provence region, the estate has followed its own path—crafting age-worthy, expressive rosé wines that transcend the usual perception of the style. Instead of following the trends of mass production, the winery maintains its historical character, works with rare grape varieties, and preserves ancient techniques that have been handed down through generations. This consistent individuality has earned Clos Cibonne a reputation as one of France’s most sought-after cult wineries.
History & Tradition
The roots of Clos Cibonne go back to the 18th century, when in 1793 the estate was purchased by the Roux family. Previously, it belonged to Jean-Baptiste de Cibon, a captain in Louis XVI’s naval forces, who served in the American Revolutionary War. At the outbreak of the French Revolution, Jean-Baptiste moved to Gibraltar, and his land was passed to local farmers—one of them being the Roux family. It was André Roux, in the early 20th century, who decided to dedicate the vineyard exclusively to ‘Tibouren’—a rare but noble Provençal grape. His efforts helped Clos Cibonne become one of the few estates to receive the Cru Classé status in 1955. Today, the winery is run by fifth-generation Roux descendant Olivier Deforges, who is leading the estate toward organic and biodynamic viticulture.
Wine Style
Prestigious Vineyards
Clos Cibonne’s 15-hectare single-block vineyard faces south, just a few hundred meters from the Mediterranean Sea. The vines grow on clay-limestone slopes, benefiting from a perfect balance of sun exposure and maritime influence. Most plantings are over 30 years old, and the dominant grape—‘Tibouren’—accounts for around 90% of production. The remaining surface is planted with small amounts of ‘Grenache’, ‘Syrah’, ‘Clairette’, and ‘Semillon’.
Aging & Drinking Window
What makes Clos Cibonne wines truly exceptional is their ability to age and develop over time—unlike most Provençal rosés that are made for immediate consumption. Thanks to extended aging under voile, the wines gain sherry-like nuances, depth, and gastronomic potential. While enjoyable when young, they reach their peak after 5 to 10 years of cellaring, with the best vintages capable of lasting even longer.
