“Château Romassan 2024” is a wine from Bandol produced by the Ott estate, which has been growing grapes on soils dominated by the Mourvèdre variety since 1956. Domaines Ott uses the principles of high planting density, strict yield control, organic farming, and the cultivation of grapes that ripen slowly under the Mediterranean sun and are cooled by the sea breeze. The Mourvèdre variety plays the leading role in the blend, while Grenache Noir and, occasionally, Cinsault provide support. It is precisely this that gives Romassan its distinctive character with each vintage.
Winespectator (92)
A sophisticated, polished Bandol, with a seductive, juicy palate that’s all rounded off. Hums with vivid energy behind its notes of melon and garrigue. Cool stone minerality lines the finish, which is focused and mouthwateringly long. Delicious and just beginning to unfurl. Mourvèdre, Cinsault and Grenache.
Vinous (94)
The 2024 Rosé Château Romassan is a wine of supreme textural finesse and elegance. Beautifully weighted, broad and nearly opulent, yet in no way heavy, the 2024 drapes a blanket of floral-inflected orchard fruit across the tongue, coating every corner of the mouth through the long, focused finish. Rosewater, orange confit and a tickle of sea salt last well after the wine has exited the stage. This is such an intentional Rosé made with the highest level of craftsmanship. I wouldn't hesitate to age this Bandol for a few years to allow even further complexity to develop. Bravo.
