About Other Southern France Rose

About Other Southern France Rose
Vin de Pays Rosé are rosé wines that are designated as a Vin de Pays or country wine from one of about 50 different departments (territories) in France. One of the most popular of these is Vin de Pays d'Oc from the Languedoc-Roussilon area in southern France, while Vin de Pays Vignobles de France represents the entire winemaking territories of France.

There are several red varieties that can be used to make a Vin de Pays Rosé, which are produced with minimal skin contact, as with most rosés. These varieties include Grenache, Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.

These rosés are light to medium-bodied and generally are dry or off-dry with moderate tannins and an earthy finish. Pair with simple bistro food such as salads or roast chicken.

Top Picks for Other Southern France Rose

Château De Mus 2020 La Source Rosé Languedoc AOP
91 points
$19
A joyful and refreshing Languedoc rose that screams summer.
Perle De Valensole 2021 Rosé Alpes-De-Haute-Provence
89 points
$9
Best Buy
A classic Provence rose to drink with all the things.
89 points $9 Best Buy
Baron Ermengaud 2021 Rosé Faugeres
89 points
$24
A bright, crystalline rose with an intriguing nutty dimension; will be fun to pair with.
Terrasses De Fontanieu 2021 Rosé Bandol
88 points
$22
A medium bodied, complex rose with layers of savory fruit notes.
Jas Des Vignes 2021 Rosé Alpes-De-Haute-Provence
86 points
$9
Best Buy
A picnic Rose for uncomplicated days.
86 points $9 Best Buy
Yes Way Rose NV Rose Mediterranee IGP
85 points
$14
A clean, easy drinking French rose that hits the spot.
Awards: 2022 Best Other Southern France Rose
The Abarbanel 2020 Les Champs Nobles Pays Doc Igp
84 points
$17
An easy rose quaffer to serve with a good chill.
Domaine Du Grand Destré 2021 Rosé Mediterranee IGP
83 points
$12
A very earthy, breezy rose for cheeses.