Le Champ des Grillons Organic Rosé, Domaine de la Croix Belle, 2024

Also available in 2023 Magnum. ABOUT THE WINE. Founded in 1977 by Jacques and Françoise Boyer, Domaine de la Croix Belle has grown into one of the Languedoc’s most respected estates. Nestled on the slopes of the Cévennes, just north of Béziers in southern France, the domaine spans 110 hectares and is renowned for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation.. Les Champs des Grillons Rosé 2024 is a certified organic wine, crafted from a blend of southern French grape varieties. It represents everything we love about the modern Languedoc style: approachable, expressive, and effortlessly elegant. This rosé is made with pleasure in mind – light, refreshing, and beautifully presented.. TASTING NOTES. Pale salmon-pink in colour, this charming rosé opens with delicate aromas of wildflowers, redcurrant, and a subtle hint of white pepper. The palate is crisp and finely balanced, showcasing soft raspberry and strawberry notes, lifted by bright acidity and a whisper of citrus zest. Clean, dry, and mouth-wateringly refreshing, with a smooth, mineral finish.. FOOD PAIRING. Perfect as a chilled apéritif, or alongside Mediterranean dishes, summer salads, grilled prawns, scallop carpaccio, or Provençal vegetable tarts. A versatile choice for light lunches, picnics, and alfresco evenings.. FRIARWOOD SAYS. A lesson in restrained elegance, Les Champs des Grillons Rosé is an organic standout – beautifully packaged, affordable, and full of charm. The transparent label and minimalist bottle design reflect the wine’s clarity and freshness inside. A winner of a 2025 Decanter World Wine Award, this is a go-to bottle for sunny days and stylish gatherings.