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Hôtel de Crillon has partnered with the prestigious Château Gassier to unveil its first rosé wine cuvée, Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire—a perfect blend of tradition, refinement, and innovation.
The result of a unique craftsmanship, this new cuvée embodies the French art of living and adds a touch of exclusivity to the culinary experiences of the hotel’s guests.
April 21, 2025
AN EXCEPTIONAL WINE BORN FROM AUTHENTIC CRAFTSMANSHIP
Château Gassier, a renowned estate in Côtes de Provence, was chosen by the sommelier team of Hôtel de Crillon, led by Xavier Thuizat, Head Sommelier and Meilleur Ouvrier de France, for its passion for sustainable viticulture and expertise in rosé wines.
The cuvée « Le Pas du Moine - 350 », named after the path monks took to reach Croix de Provence, refers to the altitude of Château Gassier’s vineyard. This wine draws its strength from the natural freshness of the terroir.
To preserve this freshness, the grapes are harvested at night to avoid oxidation, and every step of the winemaking process is carefully designed to maintain this crisp character. Vinified in Château Gassier’s historic concrete vats, this cuvée expresses the authentic character of Sainte-Victoire terroir with pure elegance.
AN EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE TO BE LIVED IN A UNIQUE SETTING
Exclusively available at Hôtel de Crillon, this exceptional rosé wine introduces a new level of luxury for the hotel’s discerning restaurant guests. Encased in Maison Gassier’s elegant hexagonal bottle, this cuvée is a harmonious blend of Syrah and Rolle.
Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire rosé reveals a crisp, thirst-quenching bouquet of white peach, apricot, and violet. Its delicate profile pairs flawlessly with the Michelin-starred cuisine of L’Écrin, as well as the innovative creations at Nonos par Paul Pairet, offering a perfect symbiosis between culinary craftsmanship and fine wine.
With the arrival of this cuvée, Hôtel de Crillon ushers in the spirit of spring and summer. Beginning in late March, guests can indulge in the inviting atmosphere of the hotel’s renowned restaurants or the serene beauty of Cour d’Honneur and Cour Gabriel.
« The philosophy of Hôtel de Crillon is to showcase the craftsmanship and terroirs of vineyards. Château Gassier embodies the excellence of viticulture that respects nature, delivering the full expression of the fresh and elegant wines from the Sainte-Victoire mountain, a true jewel of Provence »
Xavier Thuizat, Head Sommelier of Hôtel de Crillon
«The priority of Maison Gassier has always been to focus on producing great wines from the Sainte-Victoire terroirs. Today, to see them featured in one of the most beautiful establishments in the world, Hôtel de Crillon, is not only a source of pride but above all the greatest reward for 40 years of hard work»
Olivier Souvelain, CEO of Maison Gassier
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