Château Simone - IGP Bouches-du-Rhône - Les Grands Carmes - White - 2023

Wine:

Driven by top-quality Clairette, the 2023 Les Grands Carmes White (IGP Pays des Bouches-du-Rhône) opens with notes of almond and dried fruit, accented by acacia blossom and a subtle, toasty reduction that adds real charm. The palate continues in the same vein, built on a mineral core with generous texture and depth—entirely unmasked by winemaking tricks. This is a complex, persistent wine, carried by fine, lingering bitterness that adds tension and length.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, partially destemmed, aged on fine lees for 8 months in small oak casks.

Color:

Clear golden yellow.

Nose:

Aromas of dried fruit and almond, with a hint of acacia blossom, all underscored by a slight toasted-grilled reduction.

Palate:

A complex and persistent wine, built on a broad, mineral-driven texture and lifted by refined, lingering bitterness on the finish.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Noble white fish, light creamy sauce, sea bass in salt crust, grilled salmon, delicate Bresse poultry, mature Banon cheese or Spanish Manchego cheese.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2030

In the heart of Provence, Château Simone, awarded two stars by the RVF Guide (Revue du Vin de France), stands as an exceptional estate and one of the region’s elite producers. Frequently recognized as the greatest white wine of the Mediterranean, it embodies a style that is refined, profound, and unparalleled in complexity for Provence. Its red wine is equally remarkable, reflecting the bold and generous spirit of its terroir.

Today, Château Simone is unquestionably the most renowned and sought-after cru of Provence. Free from modern technical intervention, it continues to craft terroir-driven wines that are vibrant, precise, and evocative of the many aromas of the South. These wines offer sublime versatility for a wide range of gastronomic pairings, making them a true treasure for connoisseurs.