Famille Negrel, La Petite Reine, Bandol, Provence, 2016

Bandol is the most prestigious of all Provence rosés. The vast number of sunshine hours and proximity to the Mediterranean means they have concentration and definition, making them prime candidates for a small amount of ageing - not something you would usually consider with rosé! This example has typical peppery notes alongside the elegant cherry and red apple skin flavours. It has a fresh acidity that cleanses the palate and leads into a lovely red apple, cherry and raspberry finish.