Gérard Bertrand 2023 Cote des Roses Languedoc "Art Edition"

The Gérard Bertrand 2023 Côte des Roses is a stylish rosé from Languedoc, France that marries chic design with refreshing, fruit-forward elegance.

🌸 Appearance

• Color: Elegant pale pink, sometimes with bluish or salmon hues depending on vintage and bottle size

• Bottle: Unique rose-shaped base, created by a design student and now a signature look that complements its “bouquet of roses” theme 

👃 Aromas

• Fresh summer berries—redcurrant, raspberry, cassis—blend with delicate floral notes of rose and jasmine, alongside a citrus zing of grapefruit 

• Light herbal hints and a gentle mineral streak add complexity .

👅 Palate & Structure

• Body: Medium-bodied, with a refreshing balance between fruit and acidity 

• Flavors: Bright red fruit, wild strawberry, cranberry, rosehip, and pink grapefruit shine through; the palate is crisp yet full with a touch of candy-sweet finish 

• Finish: Clean, lingering with a subtle citrus-candy note .

• A blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Cinsault, mechanically harvested with sorting, gently pressed, cold-settled, and fermented cool (15–30 days) to preserve fresh fruit aromas. Bottled early to retain vibrancy

• Wine Enthusiast (89 pts): Describes it as a rosé with a “rebel streak”—rosehip, dried cherry, cranberry, strawberry, white blossom, medium-full-bodied and assertive

✅ Summary

The 2023 Gérard Bertrand Côte des Roses is more than just a pretty bottle—it’s a refreshing and expressive Languedoc rosé with vibrant red fruits, rose floral notes, crisp structure, and pleasant length. Ideal for summer sipping, celebration, or as a charming gift option.