Domaines Ott

The Domaines Ott in Provence represent the pinnacle of Provençal winemaking, combining tradition, innovation, and a profound respect for the terroir. Founded by Marcel Ott in 1896, the Domaines Ott today consist of three distinct properties: Château de Selle, Clos Mireille, and Château Romassan. Each of these estates has its unique identity, reflecting the diversity and richness of Provence’s terroirs.

History of the Estates

Château de Selle

Château de Selle, the first of the Domaines Ott, was acquired by Marcel Ott in 1912. Located in the commune of Taradeau, near Draguignan, the estate was originally an old hunting lodge. Marcel Ott undertook a long process of renovating the lands and vineyards to transform this place into a prestigious wine estate. Today, Château de Selle is renowned for its elegant and refined wines, primarily high-quality rosés.

Clos Mireille

Clos Mireille, purchased in 1936, is situated near the Mediterranean Sea in La Londe-les-Maures. This estate benefits from a unique microclimate due to its proximity to the sea, which moderates temperatures and provides a beneficial sea breeze. The schist soils, rare in Provence, give a distinctive minerality to the wines of Clos Mireille, especially the whites and rosés.

Château Romassan

Château Romassan, the family’s last acquisition in 1956, is located in Bandol, one of the most prestigious appellations in Provence. Marcel Ott and his descendants replanted the vineyards and restored the historic buildings of the estate. Château Romassan is famous for its structured and powerful red wines as well as its sophisticated rosés.

Vines, Terroir, and Vinifications

Château de Selle : The vineyards of Château de Selle are planted on clay-limestone and stony soils, providing excellent drainage and a mineral diversity that enriches the wines. The main grape varieties include Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Vinification is carried out with meticulous care, using traditional methods combined with modern techniques to ensure the purity and quality of the wines.

Clos Mireille: The vines of Clos Mireille grow on schist and clay soils, offering a unique combination of minerality and freshness. The primary grape varieties are Sémillon, Rolle (Vermentino), and Grenache. Vinification here focuses on the pure expression of the terroir, with slow fermentations and aging on the lees to add complexity and depth to the wines.

Château Romassan: Château Romassan benefits from clay-limestone soils and stony terraces, ideal for growing Mourvèdre, the emblematic grape of Bandol, as well as Grenache and Cinsault. Vinification is focused on gentle extraction and oak aging for the reds, which develop their structure and complex aromas over the years. The rosés are vinified to preserve their freshness and intense fruitiness.

The Cuvées of Domaines Ott

Château de Selle Côtes de Provence Rosé : An iconic rosé, fresh and elegant, with aromas of red fruits and flowers, and a beautiful minerality. A subtle balance between structure and finesse, with a tension reflecting the estate’s limestone hills, arid soil, and exceptional sunlight.

Château de Selle Côtes de Provence Rouge: An ode to fruit with magnificent Syrahs and Cabernet Sauvignons! The arid clay-limestone soils mixed with gravel and stones provide low yields for wines bursting with flavours of red fruits (blueberry, cherry, blackcurrant), evolving into notes of chocolate and spices.

The estate also produces BY OTT cuvées in rosé, white, and red at the new winery of Château de Selle, where a cellar is exclusively dedicated to them.

Clos Mireille Côtes de Provence Rosé: A luminous personality shining through its proximity to the Mediterranean, expressed in a blend of typical Côtes de Provence grape varieties. Grenache for its fruit and vinosity, Cinsault for its suppleness, and Syrah for its fruity roundness. Fresh fruit aromas (melon, mango), citrus notes, and a beautiful minerality.

Clos Mireille Côtes de Provence Blanc: Sémillon and Rolle blend perfectly in this ample cuvée with a saline character thanks to the schist terroir, without limestone. Sémillon brings structure and opulence, while Rolle, an aromatic grape, brings balance and complexity. Aging in oak casks polishes this wine with excellent aging potential. Ripe and exotic fruit aromas on the nose are crowned by floral notes. Freshness and acidity in the mouth, with honey notes and a crisp finish.

Château Romassan Bandol Rosé: A magnificent Bandol blend. Mourvèdre for robustness, structure, and aging potential; Grenache for depth; Cinsault for suppleness; and a small amount of Syrah for fruity roundness. Lovely Bandol terroir with an arid soil composed of limestone, sandstone, and sandy marl, a sunny and particularly dry climate. Citrus and white flower aromas on the nose precede a lively mouthfeel, with notes of pink grapefruit, fleshy fruits, fruit tarts, all with a persistent and very pleasant finish, perfect as an aperitif or with food.

Château Romassan Bandol Rouge: A magnificent Bandol Red! The vines are trained in gobelet style, staked individually to allow natural shading: low yields for just and balanced wines, deep, concentrated with silky tannins.

Also discover the Etoile Rosé cuvée (Vin de France), a symbol of the union of these three unique Provençal terroirs! A complex and elegant wine, perfectly balanced, reflecting the great expertise of the winemakers, joining the lineage of great wines of Provence.

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