In the glass
Aroma: red currant, white peach, pink pepper, thyme
Palate: wild strawberry, lemon zest, saline, fennel
Mourvedre-led Bandol rose from Bunan's Moulin des Costes estate. Approachable, herb-driven and reliable, with classic Bandol structure for the price.
What it pairs with
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Grilled prawns with garlic
Bunan's saline core matches shellfish sweetness; acidity cuts garlic butter. -
Provencal vegetable tart
Layered tart with tomato, courgette and aubergine meets the rose's herb and salt register. -
Pan bagnat
Nicoise tuna sandwich finds a peer in the rose's salt and Mourvedre body. -
Olive tapenade with crackers
Black olive paste aligns with the rose's saline-garrigue register.
History
Moulin des Costes Rose has been Bunan's value rose since the 1980s. The cuvee comes from the family's Moulin des Costes estate and offers genuine Bandol structure at an accessible price.
- 1980 — Modern Moulin des Costes Rose vinification established
- 2018 — Estate certified organic
Facts
- Producer
- Domaines Bunan
- Grapes
- Mourvedre (50%), Cinsault, Grenache
- Classification
- AOC Bandol
- Oak
- Direct press, stainless steel fermentation
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 20 to 30 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-5 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1980
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Domaines Bunan Moulin des Costes Rose
What does Bunan Moulin des Costes Rose taste like?
Red currant, white peach, pink pepper and thyme on the nose; wild strawberry, lemon zest, saline and fennel on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity and a long saline finish.
When should I drink Bunan Moulin des Costes Rose?
Drink between 1 and 5 years from vintage. The wine shows best in its first two years but has a comfortable shoulder thanks to the Mourvedre share.
Is Bunan Moulin des Costes Rose vegan?
Yes. Bunan does not use animal-derived fining agents, and the estate is certified organic.
What food pairs with Bunan Moulin des Costes Rose?
Grilled prawns with garlic is the canonical pairing. Provencal vegetable tart, pan bagnat and olive tapenade are equally strong matches.
Is Bunan Rose good value?
Yes. At EUR 20 to 30 it sits at the lower end of AOC Bandol rose pricing while delivering serious Mourvedre structure from organic-certified fruit.