Domaines Ott : Château Romassan 2021

Tasting notes and serving advice for Château Romassan 2021

Tasting

Appearance
The wine shows a beautiful garnet hue with ruby highlights.

Nose
Highly elegant, the aromatic bouquet reveals subtle scents of black fruits intertwined with hints of menthol, vanilla, and delicate oak. Indulgent notes of blueberry and morello cherry complete this aromatic profile.

Palate
Both silky and fresh, the palate offers a flavorful texture supported by smooth tannins and a fine concentration of black fruit. The finish is persistent and intensely fruity, enhanced by a delicate powdery touch and light notes of licorice.

The authentic expression of a Bandol red wine by Domaines Ott

The estate

Founded in 1912 by agronomist Marcel Ott, the Domaines Ott* are a true benchmark in the South-East of France. This prestigious brand has developed around an environmentally respectful philosophy focused on soils and nature. The estate stands out for its unique structure, bringing together three distinct properties in Provence. Since 2018, the Champagne group Louis Roederer, led by Frédéric Rouzaud, has been the current owner of these lands, while preserving the independence and artisanal expertise that define these great wines.

The vineyard

Spanning 90 hectares, this exceptional terroir covers the eight communes of the Bandol appellation. The vines thrive on soils composed of limestone and marl, conditions particularly well suited to the cultivation of mourvèdre. The vineyard features two distinct terroir types: plots located in the valley bring freshness and juiciness to the grapes, while vines planted at higher altitudes, on hillsides and terraces, provide greater structure and body to the wine.

The vintage

The year 2021 began with a mild autumn and winter, followed by a classic bud break in early spring. Despite a frost episode on April 8 affecting part of the vineyard, the vines experienced favorable vegetative growth. Spring rainfall then delayed the onset of flowering. The summer season proved particularly hot, marked by several heatwaves, leading to the start of the harvest on August 19 with the picking of the first grenache grapes.

Grape varieties

This wine is a blend of mourvèdre, grenache, and syrah.