Why choose Gérard Bertrand's biodynamic rosé wines?

The method of crafting biodynamic rosé wines at Gérard Bertrand operates within a holistic vision that considers the vine and its environment — as well as the rosé wine expertise — as a living organism.

Everything that lives is in constant evolution, with its periods of joy and its shortcomings. Thus, the vine is cultivated with the help of natural inputs recommended according to the biodynamic calendar favouring the organoleptic compounds of rosé wines.

Moreover, rosé wines that have followed this philosophy are more authentic, offering a pure expression of terroir when tasted.

Biodynamic rosé wines: the harmony of living things at Gérard Bertrand 

Biodynamic viticulture goes beyond organic, as it is based on eminently virtuous practices.

At Gérard Bertrand, an organic rosé wine
even more organic than organic

Beyond the organic farming protocol, independent labels such as Demeter, which certifies Gérard Bertrand's wines, set one of the most demanding specifications in biodynamics. Furthermore, it takes into account the balance between the vine ecosystem and its fauna and flora, as well as human intervention.

Vine work and rosé wine vinification are carried out according to the influence of the stars and the vegetative cycle of the plant, in order to determine preparations in the form of phytotherapy. These preparations undergo dynamisation before being applied to the vine, so as to contribute to soil life, promoting better vine vigour and acting on the quality of the rosé wines.

Biodynamic rosé wines: the harmony between the land and rosé wine

In the context of biodynamic rosé wines at Gérard Bertrand, it is a land of love and harmony between man and nature. Within this heritage, biodynamics takes on its full meaning. That is why winegrowers and vineyard workers engage in dialogue with the vines, the soils and the forces of Mother Nature. Evidently, the terroir of rosé wines does not express itself in the same way or with the same viticultural techniques depending on the exposure and the geographical location.

It is therefore following numerous decisions and each cultural practice that the grape varieties selected for crafting a biodynamic rosé wine are ultimately determined.

Discover the collection of Demeter biodynamic wines by Gérard Bertrand.

A holistic vision for crafting Gérard Bertrand's biodynamic rosé wines

Biodynamic practices tend towards the abolition of all oenological inputs, as well as the use of processes aimed at altering the natural balance of the grape.

The animal: man's partner in energising the terroir

On Gérard Bertrand's estates, this practice — rich in benefits and involving animals — makes perfect sense. Such as vitipastoralism, with sheep in winter to maintain the grass cover between the vines. In this way, they produce organic matter that nourishes the soil and restores biodiversity.

However, during the season, the mule or horse works the soil with precision around each vine stock. The animal acts as man's partner while protecting the old vines and preserving the ecosystem. In this way, the root system draws deep from the soil the micronutrients the vine needs. As is the case on the lands of Clos du Temple, named best rosé wine in the world in 2020, wine certified organic AB and biodynamic.

Grape varieties in biodynamic rosé wines: a reflection of the terroirs

Working grape varieties in accordance with soil structure in biodynamics promotes microbial activity. This regulates the soil pH. In this way, biodynamics helps dissolve soil minerals, enhancing the aromas and flavours of rosé wines.

Also at the heart of Gérard Bertrand's teams' expertise, the grape varieties reflect the terroirs on which they are cultivated. They express the clay, schist and limestone, and even granite mineral compounds, revealing a character specific to the taste of rosé wine, such as floral, fruity or spicy notes, amplified tenfold.

Structured, complex and luminous rosé wines

The colour of biodynamic rosé wines is brilliant, revealing luminous wines that offer a pure structure when tasted.

Biodynamic rosé wines: complex and harmonious rosé wines at Gérard Bertrand

Our organic rosé wines from the Languedoc are crafted from a white grape variety, Viognier, and red grape varieties such as Grenache, which delivers a round, ample and powerful palate with aromas of red fruits, peach, apricot, spices and thyme. Whereas Cinsault brings slenderness and finesse to the rosé, contributing to its pale colour.

As for Syrah, it gives the wine structure and provides aromas of red or black fruits and spices. Mourvèdre, for its part, loves warm soils. It produces structured rosé wines with aromas of ripe fruits, violet and spices.

Luminous biodynamic rosé wines with ageing potential

Tasting: this is the moment of truth! Of course, with great rosé wines, food and wine pairings are straightforward. Since rosé accompanies all varieties of dishes and accompaniments, whether during the aperitif or throughout a meal. Nevertheless, the recognition at tasting by wine professionals is the crowning moment. Indeed, even though these wines are produced with respect for the environment, the singularity of the terroir and a precise and delicate craftsmanship.

When one of these rosés is named best rosé in the world and receives the title of "Master", it vindicates the initiatives taken and the efforts made to craft, as well as possible and with ethics, great wines. Gérard Bertrand works towards this, with regard to the Grand Vin Rosé Clos du Temple, the best rosé wine in the world, born in the cradle of rosé wines.

This distinction is awarded by discerning tasters who carry out blind olfactory analyses of hundreds of rosé wines. They are alert to the slightest flaw and in search of the most pure, refined style, without artifice, revealing the personality of the terroir with virtuosity. Mentions, citations in specialist magazines and scores from wine professionals are accolades that bear witness to the precise work carried out in the vineyards and in the cellar.

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List of biodynamic rosé wines:

− Clos du Temple 2021 and its case: a work of art to give as a gift

− Domaine de Villemajou: 6 bottles of Corbières rosé wine grown using organic and biodynamic farming, 2021 DEMETER certified, with notes of vanilla and wood, round on the palate and nevertheless powerful.

•       Château La Sauvageonne La Villa 2021: certified organic wine and DEMETER, with notes of crushed strawberry and violet, built on the palate around tension and imbued with a brilliant salinity.

And also,

− Art de Vivre : 6 bottles of A.O.P Languedoc rosé wine to reuse the bottle endlessly

− Or indeed, discover our collection of rosé wines.

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